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-Repeat compassionate phrases to yourself (mantras)
-Sit with your pets
-Visualize your favorite things
-Listen to calming music/sounds]]> 2021-06-16 18:21:17 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitlynmcorey/ou9jthqv6pvlas3j/wish/1610597114 Pull your thoughts away from whatever is upsetting you; mental distractions kaitlynmcorey https://padlet.com/kaitlynmcorey/ou9jthqv6pvlas3j/wish/1610601556 -Remind yourself of where you are, day, time, etc (orient yourself)
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-Do mental math
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-Exercise/stretch/walk
-Breathing techniques ]]> 2021-06-16 18:29:36 UTC https://padlet.com/kaitlynmcorey/ou9jthqv6pvlas3j/wish/1610611565