Positive Qualities, Behaviors, Attitudes, Skills and Other Aspects of a Successful and Meaningful Life

Words matter. When words dictate actions attitudes and actions then words matter even more so. Every day in life it is so important to stay engaged in the process of active self awareness. It is critical to our growth as a person to regularly ask ourselves "Who am I?"  and "What qualities, behaviors, attitudes and other attributes help define who I am today." If we stop asking those types of searching and insight-oriented questions, we can easily forget who we are and fall into a pattern of denial and disbelief; and possibly even a state of hypocrisy over the course of time, if we are not careful. 

Looking a words that define traits, characteristics, behaviors and skills that make us better can serve as a form of checklist for self-inspection. As we strive for success and growth, examining the words that define who we want to be can be a daily exercise in insight and motivation building for positive change. This can be especially true for anyone working to successfully manage a substance use or mental health disorder.

Below is a list of words and phrases that define some of these positive concepts for self-assessment and inspiration. As a group review this list and honestly try to answer the closing questions for reflection. 

Courage

 

Motivation

 

Insight

 

Resilience

 

Integrity

 

Goals

 

Knowing your Triggers

 

Support

 

Avoiding Drama

 

Staying Safe

 

Coping Strategies

 

Decision Making Skills

 

Self- Care

 

Maintaining Healthy Boundaries

 

Paying Bills (Fiscal Responsibility)

 

Living a Law-abiding Lifestyle

 

Stable Housing

 

Positive Hobbies

 

Maintaining Responsibility

 

Meaningful Life

 

Sense of Belonging and Connection with Others

 

Sense of Purpose

 

Having a Good Conscience

 

Love and Respect (For self and for others)

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:

What are some of your strengths based on this list and how did you get to where you are currently with this?

 

What areas are you currently working on in your life? – What else do you still need to work on for the future?

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