Others report that this list can be useful in preventing further relapses:
- Will acting on this temptation bring me long-term satisfaction or instant gratification?
- What will be the end result if I act on this temptation?
- If I choose to act on this temptation will it make my life better or worse?
- Do I take 100% responsibility for my own actions or do I blame others and make excuses?
- Can the addicted part of my brain force me to act out against my will?
- Is there a part of me that wants to walk away from this?
- Can I choose to follow that part that wants to walk away?
- Is there a feeling of peace that will come to me if I walk away?
- Would I feel better about myself tomorrow if I didn’t act out today?
- Will I honor the rational part of my brain that is encouraging me to walk away from this temptation?
One can positively direct one’s mind by learning to ask the right questions.
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