Do any of you have a comfort item? Maybe you carry it around with you? Or pull it out at home when you need to feel safe? I have several. 
 One is a prayer shawl I received as a gift from a lady I worked with. This was after my first serious attempt. My coworkers made a gift basket filled with candy stuffed animals and other nice things. When I feel depressed I put the shawl around me and I think of how loved I am. 

 Another item is my weighted bear, Byron, who I sleep with most nights. 

 And finally, my doll, Annie. My nana gave her to me many years before she passed away. She's been sitting on a shelf for years. I have made her several dresses and shoes. Today I had the urge to take Annie to therapy with me. She was wearing a fall onesie. Well I really wanted shoes for her so I went to the secondhand baby store and bought her a whole outfit including the most precious pair of sneakers!!! 

 Having these items and carrying them around helps me feel safe. While I waited in the waiting room for my therapist I hugged Annie and rocked her and sang lullabies. Doing so, I felt so calm and happy. 

 What do you think of having a comfort item? Do you have one? Can you tell me about it?