Self-soothing and healthy food meet mindful eating. We can also self-soothe by taste, and it needn’t be anything more than a small treat. A small bit of something delicious can uplift your mood when dealing with a stressful moment.
Coping Skills
Self-Soothing Sounds and Hearing
Next in self-soothing with the senses is hearing. Some studies have shown that birdsong may help us feel safe. Your favorite music can promote relaxation. There are tons of options available for finding a mix of sounds that can help you self-soothe. Thanks to today’s technology, we can take soothing sounds with us nearly everywhere […]
Relationships and the Pandemic
How has your relationship been holding up during the pandemic? These things can help. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/more-chemistry/202004/5-tips-couples-during-covid-19
Self Soothing and Senses
Self-Soothing and Sight Self-soothing is another great skill for stressful times. We can use our senses to reduce the intensity of negative emotions. We’ll start with sight. You can count the number of places you see a certain color in the room. You can look at some of your favorite photos on your phone or […]
At the end of IMPROVE is Encouragement
Today we have made it to the last letter of the IMPROVE acronym, E for encouragement. Encouragement is being a cheerleader for yourself. You remind yourself that you have faced tough challenges and hard times before, and you can do so again. Give yourself specific examples of when you have overcome obstacles or made it […]
R is for RELAXATION
The R in IMPROVE stands for Relaxation. Things that promote relaxation are important tools for navigating ongoing distressing situations. Whether it’s the square breathing we’ve posted previously here, or another relaxation promoting activity like walking or yoga, taking a nice bath or enjoying a hobby, using these tools is restorative and can help us retain […]