Recovery Identity & Self-Compassion / GRP745
Privacy about My Story — Learning Review Circle
Choose which parts of a fictional recovery story to share, with whom, and for what purpose.
20 minutes · 3–12 people · Adults with trained group facilitation
Facilitator PDF · Fillable participant PDF · Open activity / add to session
UNDERSTAND THE IDEA
Accountability can be specific without being shaming.
A person can acknowledge consequences and responsibility while rejecting a global label about their worth. More precise language can make repair and reconnection easier to discuss. Compassion is compatible with limits and changed behavior.
Facilitation lens: Translate a self-condemning statement into an event, impact, need, and next step. Do not require forgiveness or a positive identity statement.
Explore the conceptual background · Broad background, not validation of this original exercise.
Try a different interactive experience in the Activity Lab →
Fictional example
A member is deciding how to respond to a coworker's question.
Open with choice — 3 minutes
Explain the purpose, privacy limits, and the option to observe, use fiction, adapt, or pass. Check access needs and group readiness; do not promise absolute confidentiality.
Meet the fictional case — 4 minutes
A member is deciding how to respond to a coworker's question. Ask what is known, what is assumed, and what the person in the case wants.
Practice: Guided discussion — 6 minutes
Choose which parts of a fictional recovery story to share, with whom, and for what purpose. Imagine the fictional person tried one part of the task and found the result mixed. Offer quiet reflection before voluntary sharing. Compare what fit, what was unavailable, and what needs revision; no one must disclose a personal setback.
Reflect and compare — 4 minutes
What information can remain private? Ask what fits, what does not, and what external conditions or supports affect the options. No personal disclosure is required.
Close and integrate — 3 minutes
Invite an optional observation, support request, or small next step. Passing is welcome. Agree how to revisit questions and seek appropriate help outside the exercise.
Practice output
A learning summary with one thing to retain, revise, or discuss with qualified support.
Scope and adaptation
Use ordinary or fictional examples, not graphic substance-use stories or cue exposure. No competitive abstinence scoring, forced disclosure, or required pathway. These plans do not manage intoxication, overdose, withdrawal, or medication changes; follow individualized care and appropriate medical assessment.
Offer reading aloud, typing, drawing, pointing, or observation. Avoid mandatory movement, eye contact, touch, and body focus.
Original AI-assisted educational draft; independent clinical review pending.
Conceptual background
References inform broad principles and do not validate or endorse this original plan.