It never fails, we are going through something, and really feel that we need to talk to someone, quick!
Hopefully, by now you have been coming to therapy and have learned some new coping or positive distractions.
If you are new to therapy or just feel that you forget the new tools as soon as you learn them, please don’t criticize yourself. It takes a while to form new habits. If you are feeling that you can learn some now, please read on. If the idea of reading another sentence sounds like too much, try the 988 helpline and have a live person talk you through coping options.
If you are still reading here are some options:
1-use the 5 senses if you are feeling anxious https://www.therapistaid.com/therapy-worksheet/grounding-techniques
2- get outside if possible, and hopefully use the 5 senses! Try walking slowly and notice what you observe through your senses.
3- read or listen to something inspiring or distracting if you have the bandwidth- https://www.inc.com/melanie-curtin/want-to-feel-calm-fast-do-this-for-6-minutes-a-day-it-lowers-stress-by-68-percent-according-to-new-research.html
a couple suggestions:
4- listen to a guided relaxation or practice yoga
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