Not in any particular order:
- Tell yourself the things you like about yourself
- Breathe
- Scream (into a pillow, or not)
- Cry
- Take a shower or a bath
- Light a candle or incense
- Use essential oils
- Do a face mask
- Listen to music
- Write
- Sing
- Color/draw/paint
- Craft
- Watch tv or a movie
- Take a nap
- Stretch or do yoga
- Practice meditation
- Go for a walk or a run
- Exercise in general
- Drink water
- Eat a snack
- Enjoy a hot cup of tea or cocoa
- Cook/bake
- Do origami
- Do a puzzle
- Play a game
- Call or text a friend
- Go for a drive
- Visit family or friends
- Hug a pillow, stuffed animal, or person
- Dance
- Read a book
- Go swimming
- Play a sport
- Go on an adventure or play outside
- Clean — ONLY if necessary and will help not hurt your anxiety and OCD
- Give a gift — make someone else happy
- Treat yourself
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