Motivation in Recovery Worksheets (and PDFs)
Worksheets for Practicing Motivation in Recovery
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Finding the motivation to start the addiction recovery journey or stick with it once you’ve started takes equal measures of courage and commitment. Some past clients have described making positive changes in recovery as the hardest work they’ve ever done…but also the most rewarding. Whether you’re considering quitting drug or alcohol use of in the maintenance stage, our motivation in recovery worksheet prompts can help you stay the course.
Changes Healing Center provides clients with evidence-based, lasting addiction treatment at our Joint Commission-accredited facility in Phoenix. We provide these worksheets and example scenarios for self-assessment and to supplement your program. It takes comprehensive professional support as you make the desired changes, so be cautious not to feel overwhelmed as you complete these PDF worksheets.
We encourage you to read these examples and complete the worksheets to support your own journey.
Every Motivation Worksheet Example Scenario Is Realistic
Each motivation worksheet example scenario will represent a typical illustration of a person struggling with addiction recovery – but ready to make a change plan.
Contemplation and Preparation Stage Worksheet Prompts
The most essential element of recovery is arguably gathering the will to start the process. Complete our PDF: Am I Ready for Recovery? The recovery tool rating scale at the bottom of the page reveals where you are in decision-making and active planning before seeking help.
With the Help of our Worksheet, Change Was in Oliver’s Future
‘Oliver’ had struggled with stimulant abuse since college, when he started taking it to stay focused on exams. Although he managed to graduate despite forming a nasty drug addiction, Oliver had floundered since graduation and was embarrassed when he moved back in with his father.
He took the Am I Ready self-assessment; the tool answer key showed he was moderately ready for help. Despite some brief hesitancy, Oliver sought treatment. Today, he’s sober, clean, and has embarked on a promising career.
The Maintaining Motivation Worksheet Encourages You
Recovery success indicators suggest that those with the most motivation to make positive changes in all aspects of life have the greatest likelihood of lasting sobriety.
Our motivation worksheets supports you in exploring why you are ready for change. The Maintaining Motivation Worksheet also asks you to write personalized positive affirmations, helpful in facilitating motivation.
Rainy Had Lost Hope Before Planning for Success
‘Rainy’ drank alcohol to cope with the trauma of growing up in poverty; her community was so impoverished that they lacked running water. Her friends were concerned about her worsening health. She no longer participated in meaningful activities and had no apparent present interests. Rainy’s wake-up call came when her grandmother took her daughter away to protect the little girl. Her daughter’s love was all she had, so she took the necessary steps to get her back.
Rainy completed a worksheet that helps individuals weigh their reasons for quitting. She found that besides her daughter, she was also motivated to make her grandmother and her ancestors proud. It felt awkward to write affirmations like, “I am strong.” Yet, it felt oddly empowering. Rainy is sober and has her daughter back.
Change Planning: A Motivation in Recovery Worksheet to Capture Your Goals!
The next worksheet, Change Plans, guides you in setting achievable goals. It organizes essential elements and steps you’ll need to take as you progress through recovery.
Paris Made the Changes Needed for a Healthier Life
‘Paris’ (not that Paris, a different one) came from a family a privileged family. Her parents were workaholics who hired staff to raise their child. She grew up with the latest clothing and lavish vacations. She even received a luxury car when she turned 16. What she craved but lacked was parental attention. By the time Paris had turned 21, her past and present interests had turned from decadent brunches and fast cars to a raging cocaine addiction.
Paris was secretly delighted when her parents blocked her trust fund – it meant they’d finally taken notice. With the help of her counselor, Paris learned to use planning sheets to list her goals and assess her achievements. Today, Paris is sober and pursues pleasurable and meaningful activities, including launching an advocacy campaign for struggling young adults.
Cost-Benefit Analysis Worksheet
Our cost-benefit analysis sheet provides two columns to consider the pros (benefits) versus costs (cons) of using drugs. It’s a proven method often used by treatment center professionals and self-help programs like SMART Recovery.
Chris Discovered Drugs Weren’t Worth the Pain
‘Chris’ had started using opioids with friends. He liked how mellow he felt and grew increasingly dependent on drugs to calm his mind. His addiction soon spiraled out of control, and he found himself sicker by the day. An injection site became obsessed, causing a severe infection. He almost lost his arm to the spreading infection.
After his arm improved, his doctor provided helpful links to treatment providers, including Changes. As he worked weighed the decision, he saw that drugs were not worth his health.
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