Seeking Advice on Coping Mechanisms

One person suggested asking a friend to run a reality check, telling you where you are and what you're doing. Changing up the space you live in can also help your brain realize that you have free will. Another person recommended consulting a psychiatrist for daily therapeutic actions. For dealing with extreme ups and downs, one person found it helpful to practice DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and be present in the moment, waiting out strong feelings instead of acting on them immediately. For coping with a diagnosis, focusing on self-care activities like baths, laying out in the sun, increasing water intake, and eliminating stress was suggested. Acceptance of the disease and finding coping mechanisms ranging from stress balls and fidget pens to other methods was another suggestion.