Getting through ~ MH Tips

First of all make sure you are doing slow deep breaths.
4 in  4 hold 4 out pause. Repeat.
Second, try to find a quiet spot...easy at home but if your out or in a social setting it is harder. There are a few outs..like the bathroom, or outside for air for a few minutes...even a hallway..a vehicle if you have...lobby...

So distraction is a tool I use when I am feeling anxious/panic.
This is what I consider a basic "kit" for mental health self care.

~ Something soft. Blanket. Stuffed plush pillow or toy. Yes. Stuffed animal.🐒

~ Distraction simple games. Figet items like a cube, 3 smooth rocks to play with, glitter jar or stick ( the jar utube shows how to make one!), silly putty, drum sticks, hand stress ball

~Music,  or a movie if works for you.

~Hot/cold bean bag

~Safe people phone list for people, groups and hotlines in your area

~Simple stretching exercises

I know there are so many. These would be a start...