IMMEDIATE/IN THE MOMENT CARE STRATEGIES
· Take deep breaths slowly
· Count down from 5
· Pray
· Doodle on paper
· Use a stress ball
· Say something affirmative to yourself (e.g."I can do this")
· Think of something or someone funny
· Look at pictures on your phone or around you.
· Stand up and stretch
· Do something kind
· Give someone/a pet a hug
· Listen/Read positive affirmations
· Say something kind to yourself
· Talk to a friend
· Sit back in your chair and relax your muscles
· Straighten your back and push your chest up
· Think of your favourite place
· Take a sip of water/drink/tea
· Use a positive I - statement
· Laugh
· Ask yourself "what do I need right now?"
· Tell someone you are thankful for them
· Notice 5 things you can see
· Listen to 5 things you can hear
· Use a relaxation app
DOWNTIME CARE STRATEGIES (when you have more time)
· Listen to Music (e.g. from a personal playlist)
· Meditate
· Receive Reiki/Coaching/Therapy
· Pray
· Practice Yoga/Pilates
· Make a gratitude list
· Do something kind
· Do something you love
· Do a puzzle
· Draw/Paint something
· Build/Create something
· Play with clay
· Play an instrument
· Watch a good movie
· Take pictures
· Journal/Write/Blog
· Get enough sleep
· Eat a healthy snack
· Listen to/Read a good book
· Blow bubbles
· Get a haircut/manicure/pedicure
· Cook/Bake
· Identify your emotions
· Express your feelings to someone
· Read inspirational quotes
· Smile in a mirror
· Write down your schedule for the day
· Listen to nature sounds
· List 5 positive things about you
· Use a relaxation app
MORE PHYSICAL CARE STRATEGIES
· Play sports
· Dance/ Spinning
· Take a quick walk
· Garden
· Do some cleaning
· Jog/Squats
· Exercise
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