Recovery Techniques
This common recovery tool might just be your best friend when you need to avoid temptations: It’s a short and sweet tool you can carry in your pocket.
What is HALT? (Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired)
This actor, best known for his role as Iron Man, has openly discussed overcoming substance use challenges and is now a major advocate for recovery.
Who is Robert Downey Jr.?
This reality show follows a group of people as they go through rehab, work on their recovery, and try to turn their lives around.
What is "Intervention"?
This rapper isn’t afraid to talk about his struggles with addiction—and even less afraid to say he’s taking his life back.
What is “Not Afraid” by Eminem?
It’s progress, not perfection.
What is a Slogan?
This classic recovery tip reminds you to focus on what you can control and let go of the rest.
What is One day at a time?
This Grammy-winning rapper and actor, who struggled with prescription drug addiction, has been open about his recovery journey, and his music has continued to thrive since getting sober
Who is Eminem?
In this show, celebrities work with addiction specialists to face their issues and go through recovery in a rehab center.
What is Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew?
In this emotional ballad, this pop star sings “I’m so sorry, I’m not sober anymore.”
What is “Sober” by Demi Lovato?
One day at a time
What is a mantra?
When life gets tough, this healthy coping mechanism involves taking a deep breath and staying in the present moment
What is mindfulness?
This heavyweight boxing champion overcame addiction, depression, and suicidal thoughts to make a remarkable return to the ring, even winning the World Heavyweight Championship.
Who is Tyson Fury?
This show gives viewers a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to be in a treatment facility, with real stories of people trying to turn their lives around.
What is Addicted?
This song by Macklemore talks about relapse, shame, and the weight of letting people down
What is “Starting Over” by Macklemore?
You have to change your people, places, and things."
What is Environment?
Recovery is about progress, not perfection, which is why this phrase helps to remind people that setbacks are part of the journey
What is Relapse is NOT failure?
This actor, famous for his role as Chandler Bing on Friends, has shared his recovery journey from addiction to prescription drugs and has become an advocate for those struggling with substance use.
Who is Matthew Perry?
In this show, people struggling with substance use live in a sober house together to help each other stay clean while they work on their recovery.
This early 2000s rock hit by Staind repeats the title line over and over, expressing regret about the past.
What is “It’s Been Awhile” by Staind?
You’re worth it.
What is Affirmation?
This simple recovery tool encourages you to share your feelings and challenges with others who understand, whether in therapy or group settings
What is Peer Support?
This pop singer and actress has been open about her battles with addiction and mental health, using her platform to raise awareness about the importance of recovery and self-care.
Who is Demi Lovato?
This series focuses on people trying to recover from addiction while living in a controlled environment, facing challenges, and getting the help they need.
What is "Rehab"?
This country legend sang about waking up with nothing but regret and wishing it was still Saturday night.
What is “Sunday Morning Coming Down” by Johnny Cash?
You have to feel the feelings.
What is Uncomfortable?