Assignments
What is the first assignment
The auto biography
you are restless when it comes to getting your way. You become intolerant of other people when they do not think, feel or behave how you believe they should.
What is Impatience?
I have surrendered to circumstances. I am done blaming the world and fight fate.
What is acceptance?
Since I have suffered(victim stance) I am entitled to be rewarded by life. I should not have to exert any effort toward getting a job. If I make a mistake or do something illegal I should not have any consequences.
What is Entitlement
an irrational belief system identifying behaviors.
What is a slick?
This is a defense mechanism you use to protect your self from painful aspects of yourself and others.
What is Denial?
I am content with the path my life is taking. I show a reverence and an understanding of how change takes time. I do not get tied down to time frames,
What is patience?
"look! There is only one way to deal with anger and that is to control it!" So your telling me that it is wrong to have fun? Fine I will never tell another Joke!!!! Every thing is black and white there is no gray area!!!
What is concrete thinking?
What is the longest assignment
What is The slick presentation?
Other people are more important than you. You give and give and get no return on your investment.
What is a Rescuer/Savior
I give myself positive statements and I give myself credit for the things I am doing well. I treat myself with dignity by demonstrating positive self care and encouraging others to participate in positive relationships.
What is Self-Nurturance?
I know as much (if not more) about treatment than most of the counselors. I certainly know more about treatment than any other group member. I feel well read on addiction and I know the right terms to use.
What is Professional Patient
What is the most emotional assignment?
F u letter
you are a space invader and are in other peoples emotional and physical space, you allow other people to invade your space
What is Boundaries?
I follow the basic compliance rules so I do not draw attention to myself. I only speak to staff after they speak to me.
What is Flying under the Radar?
if you relapse or act out in group
What is a Slick report?
The inability to accept feedback, you simply refuse to believe that you are wrong or mistaken in your views.
What is stonewalling.
When others are putting things off, I have formulated short term goals and long term goals for myself. I am regaining control of my life. I understand that personal power is to treat myself well.
What is Personal Power and control?
I hate this stuff they have given me to say! It is so demeaning. The counselors here are on a power trip. Nothing I ever do makes a difference, I am stuck in treatment until "THEY" say I am done
What is Externalizing?