Substance Abuse
An irrational belief is.....
Not true, doesn't make sense and harmful
Name that step
We came to believe that a power greater than ourselves could restore us back to sanity.
Step 2
What is the great lie of anxiety?
something that many anxious people may tell themselves to self-soothe.
Negative thinking is not a part of life, and you should feel discouraged if you ever have any.
False, They are a natural part of life.
"I'm going to make him an offer he can't refuse"
The Godfather
A rational belief is....
Name that step
We made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves.
Step 4
Name one of the false messages about obsessive thinking as discussed in group.
When I worry it helps me to be ready for any scenario
Worrying is protection so if I think about scary things, they are less likely to happen.
If I worry that means I care
Worrying about things motivates me
What were the suggestions given to assist with keeping negative thinking under control?
Let negative thoughts come and go, be proactive in gratitude, avoid all-or-nothing thinking, manage your expectations.
Anchorman
What does DIBS stand for?
Disputing Irrational beliefs
Name that step
We humbly ask HIM to remove our shortcomings.
Step 7
True or false
Anxiety attack is an official diagnosis and can be found in the DSM-5.
False,
Panic disorder can be found in the DSM-5.
What was the "top five" list given as a sample in the heirachy of needs worksheet?
Family, Friends, Happiness, health, and independence; self-sufficiency, well-being.
"you either die a hero or live long enough to see yourself become the villain"
Harvey Dent/Two face, The dark knight
You can dispute and irrational belief by turning it into a question and then answering it.
True
Name that step
We made direct amends to such people whenever possible, except when to do so would injure them or others.
Step 9
What are some of the coping skills discussed in the great lie of anxiety worksheet?
Distracting, Forgiving, Waiting, Choosing, letting go, surrendering, sacrificing, accepting and facing fears
DOC means dogs of choice.
False, DOC means drug of choice
"They may take our lives, but they will never take our freedom!"
Bonus points: Name the character
Braveheart
Bonus: William Wallace
Name an irrational belief that you may have had and challenge it.
Open for interpretation
Name that step
We sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with god as we understood HIM, praying only for knowledge of his will for us and the power to carry that out.
Step 11
Name the three coping skills learned in regard to managing anxiety and panic attacks.
Bonus: What was the calming phrase mentioned during the activity on anxiety and panic attacks?
Accept an acknowledge, Relax, slow down and breathe, Positive self-talk.
Bonus: I am going to be OK once I ride this out.
What does the acronym SMART stand for?
Specific, measurable, attainable/agreeable, relevant, Time-bound
"You had my curiosity, but now you have my attention"
Django Unchained