Stories
Privacy
Download
See Alike in...
Alike App
Browser
386d
what is the best coping skill you’ve found works for you?
3
7
Share
Depression
Panic Disorder
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Anxiety (Including GAD)
advertisement
383d
For me I have noise canceling earmuffs that I will wear my earbuds under, I have special lights I turn on and I like to play with children's sensory bins when everything's a mess
0
Talk therapy, music and artistic expression help me
Honestly what has helped me is having different kinds of lights I find different colors soothing as well as having candles lit and having a coloring book or a drawing book and watching a comfort show or doing yoga or meditation or just letting myself take a day just to gather myself
385d
I switch up the point of view I'm looking at. Like if I feel stressed I'll imagine the point of view of a pen next to me. The pen doesn't rly care what I say or do. And it makes me feel more secure in social situations
2
Asking myself, "In ten years time, will it matter?" Also, hobbies that involve thinking as well as keeping my hands busy really help me. I play and paint Warhammer and D&D and I do a lot of cooking and sewing. Music is good too, I tend to pick lively songs I can sing and dance to, get the endorphins going. Final tip is to make soon plans involving other people so you can't back out. Soon as in, in a day or few. Just focus on getting through til then, no more, then make a new plan.
1
My animals, watching TV, listening to music, essential oils, I'm religious, so Christian music and reading scripture.
For me I crochet .. keeps my hands busy and also my mind busy.. I also color a lot .. play games on my phone when I am in public (because we can't just whip out coloring books in the aisle at Walmart hahaha) (I also have coloring apps on my phone) ... I go for walks and I will journal... And I have two journals ..one is cute and fun and has manifestations and affirmations and kind quotes stickers drawings (look up brain dump journal) and then I have one I write all the painful stuff and the reason I do this is so I can go to my "good" journal to get a pick me up and I never have to go through all the hurtful entries to get to the good ones to reread and help me adjust my thinking
☝ This content is generated by our users and it is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult with your physician before making any medical decision
Want to chat or share? Download the Alike app now and get complete access to Alike.health's unique features.
Some people find that distraction, journaling, exercise, meditation, positive self-talk, and being outdoors are effective coping skills. However, the best coping skill varies from person to person, so it's essential to experiment and find what works best for you.
Instantly get answers to medical questions with our AI, built from the collective wisdom of our community facing similar experiences
Write your question here...
Download Alike for the full experience
Copy Link
Copied
Discover your Alikeness™ with people who are on the same journey, gain wisdom and get emotional relief in a secure & anonymous space.
4.7 Ratings
Scan code or click below download the app
Bupropion
night sweats
paranoid
Valium
sertraline
palpitations
Alike health
Instantly get answers to medical questions with our AI, built from the collective wisdom of our community facing similar experiences
Related Questions