Post Test 21-Recognizing and Expressing Feelings

Objectives:

1. To recognize those feelings most difficult to experience and manage
2. To more accurately label and communicate feelings

Post Test 22-Surviving Loss

Objectives:

1. To recognize losses commonly associated with alcohol/drug use
2. To learn constructive ways to deal with loss

Post Test 23-Recognizing Special Needs

Objectives:

1. To recognize how major life traumas affect recovery maintenance
2. To evaluate reasons to seek or avoid therapy
3. To select an appropriate therapist, if needed

Post Test 24-Domestic Violence: Breaking the Cycle of Abuse

Objectives:

1. To recognize five forms of domestic violence 2. To identify barriers to seeking help
3. To list key components of a safety plan

Post Test 25-Becoming Clear-The First Step Toward Financial Wellness

Objectives:

1. To assess individual financial wellness
2. To clarify personal financial priorities
3. To identify resources for assistance with finances

Post Test 26-Being Different: Barrier or Gift?

Objectives:

1. To examine the varied origins of feeling "different'
2. To contrast the negative and positive perspectives on difference and diversity
3. To develop and value boundary-spanning skills

Post Test 27-Connecting the Dots

Objectives:

1. To examine the relationship between alcohol/drug use and life consequences

Post Test 28-Slippery People, Places and Things

Objectives:

1. To examine the relationship between particular situations and relapse risk
2. To identify "slippery" people, places, and things that are personally high risk
3. To plan action steps to avoid or handle personal high-risk situations

Post Test 29-Spirituality and Religion

Objectives:

1. To define the difference between spirituality and religion
2. To identify at least two spiritual principles of AA

Post Test 30-Spiritual Health Equals Relationship Health

Objectives:

1. To understand the connection between spirituality and the quality of our relationships
2. To evaluate the quality of relationship with self, others, and a power greater than ourselves
3. To identify specific actions that enhance spirituality

Post Test 31-Meditation and Prayer: The Why and How

Objectives:

1. To acknowledge the benefits of some form of reflection as part of healthy living

Post Test 32-New Year's Resolution

Objectives:

1. To develop a plan for the New Year that supports individual recovery processes

Post Test 33-Are We Having Fun Yet?

Objectives:

1. To identify new ways for having fun
2. To develop alternative ways to structure leisure time

Post Test 34-Keeping our Commitments Fresh

Objectives:

1. To recognize the relationship between commitment and action