Delta Recovery Relapse Prevention

Cognitive Impairment

Mental cloudiness prevents Eights from making clear decisions and maintaining control. Cognitive difficulties threaten their sense of power and ability to dominate situations.

Memory Problems

Memory issues make Eights feel vulnerable to being taken advantage of. Memory lapses feel like weaknesses that others might exploit.

Emotional Dysregulation

Showing emotional vulnerability makes Eights feel weak and exposed. Emotional volatility contradicts their need to appear strong and invulnerable.

Sleep Disturbances

Exhaustion makes Eights feel vulnerable and less able to maintain control. Sleep problems undermine their energy for maintaining dominance and power.

Motor Coordination Issues

Physical weakness or clumsiness makes Eights feel vulnerable and out of control. Coordination issues threaten their image of physical strength and capability.

Stress Sensitivity

Being easily overwhelmed makes Eights feel weak and vulnerable.  Stress sensitivity conflicts with their self-image as strong and resilient.