How well are you adulting right now in covid? We wish it was over and life could return to “normal,” but the pandemic isn’t over. Covid is still with us, so adulting may still be challenging. Adulting is similar to recovery. Have you ever been told to just “grow up?” Have you ever felt totally lost doing something your peers seem to be experts in? There’s so much out there to learn!
Adulting in covid is just like adulting in recovery. With a few more tasks.
If you’re not adulting as well as you could be, check out, Lindsey Glass‘s new book 100 Tips For Growing Up – My 20 Years Of Recovery. We bet there’s something here that you aren’t even sure of. Take the quiz to see how well you’re adulting in Covid, and in recovery, too. And remember to wear a mask and wash your hands to protect yourself and others.
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1 How can you improve your inner dialogue
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Become aware of what you're saying to yourself and note when you talk to yourself negatively
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Ask yourself if what you're saying to yourself is nice; if it's true; and if it's necessary. Decide if you would talk like that to anyone else
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It's important to realize when you're talking to yourself negatively. This only promotes sadness and anger - what we're all trying to experience less of. Try figuring out what triggers those negative thoughts about yourself and consider thinking about or writing down your positive attirbutes. Don't beat yourself up.
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2 Which is NOT a reason to examine your behavior
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It can help you better understand other people's reactions or feelings towards you
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It can help you realize how important you are to everyone and lead you to feel the need to solve EVERY problem
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It can help keep you in check and aware of how your behavior is affecting yourself and those around you
Correct!Wrong!It can help you realize how important you are to everyone and lead you to feel the need to solve EVERY problem
It's important to realize that we're all human and we can't all fix everything. It's also good to acknowledge that we aren't perfect and can also be the source for drama. As Lindsey notes in her book, this work is best done with a therapist or a sponsor or a coach.
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3 How can you manage triggers
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Journal your triggers to better understand the source of them
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Talk to someone safe before going to an event/place that may trigger you and then talk to a safe person afterwards
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It's a lot easier to manage feelings and important information when it's written down. So, journaling or listing triggers is a great way to stay organized and help you keep track. It's also important to understand how to keep your head straight before and after attending an event or seeing someone that may trigger you.
Or, maybe, you may just avoid certain places altogether. Nightclubs and bars may not be the best hangout for you anymore because of the triggers inside. Find that comfort zone with people, places, and things.
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4 True or False: Anxiety, depression, and addiction encourage you to stay isolated and avoid help
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True
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False
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It's difficult to fight through the need to isolate yourself. But in recovery, it's vital to establish relationships. Build and
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5 What is an acceptable way to get help
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Google what you need. If you need a coach or a trainer, search for one in your area.
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Go to someone from your past - even if they're a negative influence, they know and understand you, right?
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Don't ask for help. You can figure it out on your own.
Correct!Wrong!Google what you need. If you need a coach or a trainer, search for one in your area.
You should never be afraid to ask for help. If you don't know how to do something or where to go for something, as your sponsor for help or a responsible, helpful friend who you know you can rely on. If you don't get much of an answer, turn to Google. The internet can help you find answers.
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6 How do you find a mentor
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Identify people who you can respect either for their recovery, their professional success, or personal life and learn from them.
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Find a few people who you admire for their healthy, successful lifestyle. It's okay to admire more than one person and follow their leads.
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As Lindsey mentioned in her book 100 Tips For Growing Up, it's fine to emulate those who you admire and respect. As long as you're headed in a positive direction and learning how to improve your situation, it's great!
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7 True or False: It's important to establish a new routine
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True
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False
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"Routines can help estabilish efficiency and take the decision making out of what happens next," Lindsey wrote. You can spend less time worrying about whether you made the right decision and spend more time on what has to get done. They're essential to help you grow and improve.
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8 Why is it important to prioritize?
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If you don't, you may feel overwhelmed by everything that has to get done. That can paralyze you.
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Making lists and completing your tasks in order of importance can help shrink your to do list.
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Both
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In recovery, you have to learn how to declutter your life - that can mean a lot of things. You can declutter your living space AND declutter your to do lists.
Isn't it easier to get things done once you've made a list and ordered each task depending on importance? Prioritizing what you have to do can help organize your day and help reduce stress.
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9 Which is NOT a way of avoiding going down the rabbit hole of despair
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Unfollow or silence pages on social media that can trigger negative feelings.
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If you're ashamed of a mistake you made or feel embarrassed about something, remember that everyone makes mistakes. No one is perfect.
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Neither
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It's important to take care of yourself. If you're feeling down, or you notice something is triggering negative thoughts and self-doubt, close the app, stop watching/looking/reading whatever is hurting you. Remind yourself that no one is perfect.
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Quiz: How Well Are You Adulting In Covid
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Quiz resultYou scoredCorrect!
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Quiz result
Need a little help
You scoredA little help can go a long way. Maybe you could use some life hacks to help you get back - or stay - on track. That's what we're here for. Check out Reach Out Recovery's co-founder Lindsey Glass's book, 100 Tips For Growing Up - My 20 Years Of Recovery.
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Quiz result
Not too shabby
You scoredYou did pretty well on this quiz - be excited! You know some pretty important life hacks, but we can all use a little push every now and then. For more, check out out Reach Out Recovery's co-founder Lindsey Glass's book, 100 Tips For Growing Up - My 20 Years Of Recovery.
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Quiz result
Life Hack Wizard!
You scoredCongrats! You're a high-scorer on this quiz. You must know a lot about your personal limits and how to keep positive. For more life hacks, check out Reach Out Recovery's co-founder Lindsey Glass's book, 100 Tips For Growing Up - My 20 Years Of Recovery.