A subtle, personal fidget that goes with you everywhere. This tool can help you focus when things are boring or keep your mouth busy to prevent interrupting.
Around the Roof
"I can do this."
"I am enough."
"I am smart."
Meaningful Mantras
Laughing releases endorphins, changing our actual chemistry!
LOL (Laugh Out Loud)
Exercising your arms while seated by lifting your body for 3 seconds then slowly going back down is how to do this tool.
If you get lost, this tool will help.
Ask for Help
This tool helps you relax and take a brief break from what's going on around you. Putting pressure on the forehead can be calming for your system and provide a focal point for your mind.
Desk Rest
Try to meet that need a.s.a.p.
Maintenance Check
This tool can help you focus while listening to a speaker and develop creativity. Creating art can help us feel calm and centered.
Doodle or Draw
Reach and Breathe
This communication strategy begins sentences with phrases like “I feel…” or “I hope…”
I Statements
Massaging your forehead, temples, or ear lobes for one to two minutes to reduce pain, anxiety and help you relax are examples of this tool.
Pressure Points
What would you tell your good friend if they came to you with your problem? Giving yourself the same advice is an example of this tool.
Be Your Own Bestie
You need 8-10 hours of this every day.
Get Your Zzzz's
Yoga incorporates this tool.
Stretch it Out
This tool asks you to listen closely to your own breathing while covering your ears to block out other sounds.
Tunnel Breathing
Sometimes we're stuck dealing with a situation we don't want to be in but have to stick it out. Positive statements like this one can lower anxiety and give us encouragment.
I Can Roll With It
Tidying up your area, putting things away or moving away from people who are stealing your attention are examples of this tool.
Clear Distractions
Massage! Increased blood flow in your muscles help them relax and you to be more calm.
Loosen Up
When doing this tool. It's important to not just talk about your problems. Ask about how they're doing as well.
Connect With a Friend
After rubbing them together vigorously, place your warm hands over your eyes to feel their warmth. Relax.
iComfort
November! Write down three things every day you're grateful for. It helps focus on things that are meaningful and can help you have a more positive attitude.
Good Vibes
Posting motivational or uplifting quotes in places we see often can remind us of what's important to us.
Get Inspired
Squeeze then release body parts in sequence to focus on the difference between tight and relaxed muscles. This tool helps identify areas that need to release extra tension.
Tense and Relax
This tool can boost your mood, strengthen relationships, and help you focus on positive things others do.
Thank You Notes