Mindfulness During Holidays
Practicing this can help you stay grounded during emotionally charged Holiday interactions
What is: "Mindfulness"?
A festive event filled with cheer, making it tricky for those in recovery
What are: "What is a Christmas party"?
This classic holiday film features a man named George Bailey who learns about the value of life from his guardian angel.
What is: "Its a Wonderful Life"?
Discuss the theme of gratitude and support and the impact one person can have on others.
Thinking back on previous holidays, people in Recovery learn the importance of this during challenging times
"What is: "Community or sober support groups"?
What kind of ball does not bounce?
What is: "A snowball"?
THis calming practice focuses on being present and acknowledging your feelings without judgement
What is: "Meditation"?
Friends and family might encourage you join the fun by indulging in your DOC.
What is: "Peer influences"?
In this famous poem by Clement Clarke Moore, the narrator describes vision of sugarplums...
What is: "A Visit From St Nicolas"?
Discuss how holiday literature has shaped your perceptions of this time of year
Many in Recovery recognize that this strategy helps protect their progress when they find themselves in risky situations during the holidays.
What is: "Planning ahead"?
Why did the Christmas cookies go to therapy?
What is "Because they crumbled under pressure"?
Taking moments to breathe deeply allows you to cultivate this state during busy holiday moments
What is: "Calmness or relaxation"?
Finish this sentence: As you watch others enjoying the party, you might catch yourself thinking "This is a bit unfair -
What is: "Why can't I just have fun like that?"
During the Christmas Truce in 1914 during the first world war, soldiers on both sides engaged in this activity on the battlefield
What is: "soccer"?
This holiday lesson emphasizes focusing on gratitude small achievements while in Recovery
What is "Joy in progress and milestones"?
What did the happy Christmas tree say to the sad Christmas tree?
What is: "Lighten up!"?
The motto: "Memories Without Hangovers" is an encouragement to ...
"What is: "Create holiday memories without the influence of your DOC"?
If you're feeling a bit left out missing family during the holidays (and you might seek comfort in old unhealthy habits) you are probably experiencing...
What is: "Holiday Isolation"?
Which holiday dessert is famous for being both a treat and a weapon, especially if you decide to defend your house during the season
"What is: a fruitcake"?
Fruitcake: The only dessert that doubles as a doorstop
Thinking about the past , many find that maintaining this during the holidays is vital for their Recovery
What is "Self care and/or Self- compassion"?
What do you call a Santa's Helper who sings?
What is : A wrapper"?
Making time for creative outlets during the holiday promotes this essential aspect of wellbeing
What is: "Self-expression"?
How can simply shaking up your normal routine during the holidays become a slippery slope?
What is: "Disrupting your routine can leave you craving comfort - even from your DOC if you do not have other healthy support systems"?
The traditional song "Jingle Bells" was originally written for this holiday.
What is: "Thanksgiving"?
Reflecting on the past during the holidays, many in Recovery find this mindset crucial for staying on track in their Recovery
What is "A positive attitude"?
Why was the snowman looking through the carrots?
What is: "He was picking his nose"?