Before you act, think about the immediate consequences.
Ask, “What gets me into trouble?”
Think, “Smoking a joint equals prison.”
Remember if anything can go wrong, it will.
Deterrent 2 -- Stop And Think About Who Gets Hurt -- Reasoning
Process
Think about all the problems that similar actions have caused
yourself and others in the past.
Use the bad feelings to change yourself.
Think about the whole picture or ripple effect.
Deterrent 3 -- Plan Ahead, Think Ahead, Make Another Choice
Use this when you are reminded of exciting past actions and
you might want more. Consider this poison.
Try to predict with who, where, and under what circumstances
you might get into trouble. List ahead of time your past
thoughts and actions that equal poison.
Avoid these people and places, and make another choice.
Deterrent 4 -- Examination Of Conscience -- Moral Inventory Daily
Think, not about the crime itself but that it is wrong.
Think about the injury you have inflicted upon others.
Examine your conscience immediately as you think about
irresponsible, criminal conduct.
This is a preventive tool.
Deterrent 5 -- Do Not Dwell On It
Use responsible thinking patterns to replace the old
patterns.
Do this in advance and practice it.
Irresponsible thoughts are dismissed fast.
