Hi Peach, when I'm having a notably bad day I try to really listen to what I'm feeling first of all. If the anxiety or stress is too much I find it's important to take a step back from normal responsibilities and allow myself space to breath and process a little. Once the worst is over I make a list of simple tasks that I think are managable for that day (do some washing, cook a meal etc) and keeping on my feet helps me a lot to maintain a schedule. If I feel up to it I try to do something creative such as doodle or listen to music to let my mind rest a little or, if I can summon the energy to move, I do light exercise (going for a walk or yoga) and that always leaves me in a slightly better place too. I hope this helps somewhat :).

What sort of methods do you normally go to?

It's very helpful, thank you. I asked the question because I don't have a lot of healthy go-to's so I would love to hear what everyone has to say.
Typically, I find that doing my makeup helps (the more complicated a look the better), makeup has a slowing down affect on me where i'm forced to pay careful attention not to make a mistake. I also like that afterwards I look presentable.
I'll journal. I have supportive friends who I'll call. and finally, I'll watch a TV show.

I spent a lot long developing my go-to techniques and they hsve been working so far. It does help to try other things now and again though.

I've also been doing the makeup thing for years! I find the whole process of "getting ready" to be really calming.

When triggered badly, nothing works. For small triggers, for lack of sa better word, I take a brief walk. The change in sensory input really helps.

I also have learned to crochet. Counting stitches is enormously mind-numbing, it turns out. And I get something from it. Usually blankets that are pet-sized, and odd hats, but something.

When down, I clean the house (more than usual), but again, my go-to is generally a shor twalk.

I also find that watching Bob Ross Joy of Painting is very soothing.


Peace to your day.

Welcome Peaches..... I take a little walk as well

I also make a list of at least 5 things to be grateful for every day..... Big hug.... xo

I daily text one person. I try to read. Sit outside. Talk to my fish who is funny, he is a betta fish. Listening to calming music, write in my gratitude journal. Plus watch cartoons

Peaches, I walk every day I can and post about it here on Walk A Day, a thread that's been going on here on DS PTSD since 2014 now.

Thank you for all the replies! I also clean my house extensively when I feel overwhelmed. Learning to crochet might be right up my alley, actually. Artistic and forces the brain to calm down.

Peach I have two crabs and one fish so Daily I attend to them. I too trying to teach myself how to crochet and the flute. Keep propelling