Name That Feeling
Feeling nervous before a test
Anxiety/Anxiousness
A simple breathing technique to calm your body
Deep breathing, box breathing, other breathing techniques
One common sign of stress
Headaches, irritability, fatigue, trouble sleeping
A negative thought many people have under stress
"I'm not good enough" "I can't handle this"
One form of physical self-care
Sleep, nutrition, movement etc
Feeling emotionally drained after a long week
Emotional exhaustion/ Fatigue
A healthy way to release frustration
Exercise, journaling, talking to a trusted person, etc
One physical sign of burnout
Chronic exhaustion, frequent illness, irritability
A healthier replacement thought
"I'm doing my best", "I'm doing the best I can", "I can take this one step at a time"
One form of emotional self-care
Journaling, meditation, therapy etc.
Feeling tense when deadlines pile up
Stress/Tension
A coping skill you can use at work
Time blocking, stepping away from and prioritizing tasks, brief walks
One emotional sign of burnout
Detachment, lack of motivation, emotional numbness
A thought that increases anxiety
Negative self-talk, catastrophic thinking etc
A self-care habit that costs nothing
Feeling let down or sad when expectations aren’t met
Disappointment
A coping skill that helps prevent burnout
Setting boundaries, taking PTO, vacations
One boundary that protects mental health
Saying no, limiting after-work hours, protecting breaks
A thought that builds resilience
Mental affirmations, self-compassion, growth mindset thoughts
A self-care strategy during busy weeks
Unplugging, realistic scheduling, planning breaks
Feeling positive after a difficult period
Hopeful/Optimistic
A coping skill for moments of emotional overload
Grounding and mindfulness exercises, seeking support, Tapping
One way to recover after a stressful period
Rest, reflection, reconnecting with supports, gradual re-engagement
A fact you can remind yourself of during hard times
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A self-care boundary you can set
Limiting commitments
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