Category: Tools and Coping Strategies
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21 Self-Expression Alternatives to Journaling
One of the tips I come across the most when looking for ways to improve my mental health is journaling. I have tried to do that several times; however, I mostly start to lose motivation and quickly stop, as I find the task of writing down what I am feeling very exhausting. However, I started…
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18 Journal Prompts for Anxiety
Journaling can be a powerful tool for managing anxiety. Discover a comprehensive list of journal prompts for anxiety designed to help you reduce anxiety and promote self-reflection and growth. Why Journaling is Good for You Journaling is a healthy coping mechanism, which offers multiple health benefits (1). Journaling can help you relieve stress and anxiety.…
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28 Distraction Techniques for Anxiety
Sometimes, when we have lots of intrusive thoughts, we try to think our way out of them. However, that doesn’t always seem to work. Distraction techniques for anxiety can be a way to get some distance from our thoughts and realize that they are just thoughts – not truths about ourselves or the world. If…
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How to Not Take Things Personally
Learning how to not take things personally can greatly improve your emotional well-being and relationships. Discover effective strategies and techniques to help you develop a healthier mindset. There is a TED talk I particularly appreciate that gives you strategies on how to not take things personally. It is called “How not to take things personally?”…
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Grounding Techniques for Anxiety PDF: A Simple Guide for Beginners
Anxiety can bring with it overthinking or intrusive thoughts. But now, enter Grounding Techniques: techniques that help you lower your anxiety by bringing your focus and awareness to the present moment. These techniques are efficient, available anytime and anywhere, and free. Download our Grounding Techniques for Anxiety PDF Guide to discover effective strategies to help manage…
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The 5 Second Rule Summary
“The 5 Second Rule” is a self-help book by Mel Robbins that presents a simple yet powerful concept for overcoming hesitation and taking action. In The 5 Second Rule Summary, we explore the key insights and strategies from the book to help you transform your life and overcome obstacles. Key Takeaways Habit-building is important to…
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Notion for Mental Health
Notion is a mobile and web application designed to help you organize everything you want (for free). Keep reading if you want to know more about how you can use Notion to improve your mental health. What is Notion, and How Can It Improve Your Mental Health? Notion is a mobile and web application with…
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Chat GPT & Cognitive Distortions
Discover how Chat GPT can help identify and address cognitive distortions, or irrational thinking patterns, through a conversational approach. Learn how to recognize and challenge these distortions for improved mental well-being. Cognitive distortions We discussed how we have irrational and negative thought patterns that lead to inaccurate perceptions of reality and negative emotions: cognitive distortions. However,…
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Cognitive Distortions: Step by Step Guide
Identifying cognitive distortions (irrational and negative thoughts) is one of the most important skills one learns in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Here, I’ll explain in more detail what cognitive distortions are, give you a list of cognitive distortions with examples, and provide tricks and tips on how to identify and counter them. What are cognitive…
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Noting Meditation for Intrusive Thoughts
The noting technique or noting meditation, is a meditation technique, also called “Mental noting,” which is part of a series of mindfulness practices. What is Noting Meditation? When experiencing anxiety, it can be very hard to control unwanted thoughts. This is why, rather than trying to change or control your thoughts, sometimes it can be…
