Calming Strategies
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Pray the rosary. It is rhythmic and soothing
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Sit in silence until racing thoughts stop
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Have a warm bath or shower
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Listen to up beat music that makes you smile
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Sing at the top of your voice
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Have a good cry (watch a sad film if you can\'t cry)
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Carve negative thoughts words on a candle and melt it
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Write bullet point of things you want people to know and acknowldege
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Walk the dog (go for a walk)
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Phone a helpline
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Have a pamper session
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Pop a balloon
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Pop bubble wrap
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cuddle and squeeze a soft toy
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