Author Topic: Self-care in difficult times (Read 3521 times)

Merlick · « **Reply #15 on:** November 11, 2016, 03:57:45 pm »

Quote from: Jenett;198938

What stuff do you do that helps you?

If I feel sad:

- listen to powerful music (Nightwish, Two Steps From Hell, Korpiklaani)
- read
- write
- meditate
- pray
- walk through the forest or park
- cuddle with my cat

If I feel angry:

- listen to different music (Disturbed, System of a Down, Billy Talent)
- watch action movies
- play video games
- do a really long walk
- beat my pillows (make sure the cat's not there)

If I feel empty:

- listen to Wardruna
- go out with friends and do stupid things

Gladly I've got a pretty strong whatever-attitude. There are things you just can't change and and accepting this takes off a lot of pressure. Also you have more strenght to try and change the things you can.

njsquarebear · « **Reply #16 on:** November 17, 2016, 12:57:12 pm »

Quote from: Jenett;198938

When things happen in the world that are unsettling to us or people around us, it can feel overwhelming. What stuff do you do that helps you?

I definitely limit (1/2 hour total a day) or take a total break from Facebook because so much inflammatory fake news is posted and shared by folks. I also listen to favorite CDs, or discover new music on Accuradio, or find playlists of inspiring 'social-justice' music on YouTube. I also will play more and pet my cat more which is relaxing. If I'm angry or depressed I don't drink alcohol, but stick to my favorite herbal tea or hot chocolate. As others have mentioned doing a 'bit' of cleaning or organizing boosts my spirits and makes me feel better... or baking, or making a big pot of soup or stew. Calling a like minded friend I haven't seen for awhile and talking boosts my spirit.