What does Smart stand for in recovery?
SMART stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.
How does Refuge recovery work?
Refuge Recovery is a substance abuse recovery group operating on a non-profit basis, offering non-12-step and non-theistic recovery. Like Alcoholics Anonymous, Refuge Recovery offers free assistance, group meetings, and lifestyle guidelines for participants to use to get clean and sober.
How can I do smart meeting?
10 Tricks to Appear Smart During Meetings
- Draw a Venn diagram.
- Translate percentage metrics into fractions.
- Encourage everyone to “take a step back”
- Nod continuously while pretending to take notes.
- Repeat the last thing the engineer said, but very very slowly.
- Ask “Will this scale?” no matter what it is.
- Pace around the room.
How do you conduct a smart meeting?
Explain the format of the meeting before it starts, reiterating topics to be covered and goals. Set a timer. Keep the meeting on track—reel in side conversations and off-topic asides.
How is SMART different from AA?
SMART is an newer recovery approach, and rather different than the 12-step program of AA. SMART is based on scientific methods rather than on spirituality, with a heavy emphasis of self-empowerment, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and coping with cravings.
What are the Four Truths of Refuge Recovery?
We ask that one renounces violence, dishonesty, sexual misconduct, and intoxication. Compassion, honesty, integrity, and service are guiding principles. 5: Livelihood/Service: We are of service whenever and wherever possible. And we try and ensure that our means of livelihood are such that they don’t cause harm.
Are there sponsors in Refuge Recovery?
Sponsors or mentors are there to guide you on your recovery path and they will always encourage you to be of service. They are there to take you through the 12 steps (or 4 noble truths of recovery if you are using the Refuge Recovery model), and to support your recovery.
What to drink as a recovering alcoholic?
9 Things to Drink Instead of Alcohol
- Tea (hot or cold)
- Fruit and herb-infused water.
- Sparkling water.
- Coffee (hot or iced)
- Club soda with flavored syrup.
- Spiced apple cider.
- Juice.
- Soda water and herbs.
What to say in meetings to sound smart?
10 Tricks to Appear Smart in Meetings
- Draw a Venn diagram.
- Translate percentages into fractions.
- Encourage everyone to “take a step back”
- Nod continuously while pretending to take notes.
- Repeat the last thing the engineer said, but very slowly.
- Ask “Will this scale?” no matter what it is.
- Pace around the room.
How do I look smart in zoom?
tips for seeming smart in a Zoom meeting:
- Dial in.
- Don’t come on camera—ever.
- Only communicate via chat.
- Ask to share your screen.
- Show off your Zoom-saviness.
- Create an alter ego.
- Place an obscure object in your background that exudes intelligence.