Coping Mechanisms
Recognize facts from fiction
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Our minds can make a lot of situations seem way worse than they seem. Ask yourself: How bad will this be looking back on it in a few days? What is the best, worst, and most realistic scenario that can happen?
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Exercise
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When we exercise, our brains release chemical messengers called endorphins. Other chemicals released are dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin. These chemicals are proven to regulate and boost your mood, therefore helping with mental health issues.
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Write down your thoughts
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Writing down your thoughts and feelings can help you understand what you are thinking and feeling, which can lead to gaining control of your emotions.
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Listen to music
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Listening to different types of music can alter moods. Slower, classical music can help you relax and calm down, while upbeat music can help make you feel more upbeat and positive. Try this playlist for slower music and this playlist for upbeat music.
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Read a book
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Reading a good book can take you anywhere. It can even help distract from unpleasant emotions that we don't want to feel.
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Follow the 3-3-3 rule
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When you feel anxious, look around where you are and name three things you see. After that, name three sounds you hear. Finally, move three parts of your body, such as your fingers, ankles, arms, etc. This method will help calm a racing mind.
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