Coping with difficult days prompts

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When you catch yourself in a bad thought spiral what do you do and does it actually help?

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What is a digital habit you have that you suspect is actually a way of coping or self soothing?

SocialDigital

How can I align my response to pressure with my value of composure?

Self-ReflectionAlignment

How do I manage the anxiety of a Sunday evening and what is a small ritual I can start to make the transition into Monday softer?

Self-ReflectionEmotions

When I am feeling mentally drained what is one physical sensation I can focus on to pull myself out of a spiral and back into the present moment?

Self-ReflectionMindfulness

Is there a comfort outfit or a big hoodie you can change into right now to feel better?

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What is a specific comfort food that actually makes me feel physically worse and what is a better alternative that still feels like a hug?

Self-ReflectionBody

Do you want to just delete the apps that are making you feel like garbage today?

SocialDigital

When I am feeling stuck in a rut what is one tiny change I can make to my daily route or routine to regain a sense of novelty?

Self-ReflectionHabits

Do you want to do something totally mindless with our hands like a puzzle or coloring?

SocialFun

Spot one small habit you do differently on a good day compared to a hard day and try it on purpose tomorrow morning.

ActionPatterns

How do you stay so grounded when your schedule gets totally hectic?

SocialMindfulness

How do you want to respond to a social situation that feels difficult today?

SocialCoping

Can we just sit on the floor and stare at the ceiling for a bit?

SocialFun

How do I deal with the feeling of dread for the future in general and what is one good thing I am certain will happen?

Self-ReflectionEmotions

What small thing makes a hard morning easier to get through?

Self-ReflectionMorning

Splash cold water on your face the next time you feel overwhelmed.

ActionCoping

Name one recurring thing you do right after a stressful conversation and try replacing it with something different just once this week.

ActionPatterns

When a hard feeling hits today tear a piece of paper into small pieces slowly and see if it changes how your body feels.

ActionCoping

What helps me reset after a rough day?

Self-ReflectionNight

Write down everything on your mind and close the notebook.

ActionCoping

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