Calming Strategies template

Pray the rosary. It is rhythmic and soothing

Sit in silence until racing thoughts stop

Have a warm bath or shower

Listen to up beat music that makes you smile

Sing at the top of your voice

Have a good cry (watch a sad film if you can't cry)

Carve negative thoughts words on a candle and melt it

Write bullet point of things you want people to know and acknowldege

Walk the dog (go for a walk)

Phone a helpline

Have a pamper session

Pop a balloon

Pop bubble wrap

cuddle and squeeze a soft toy