it's okay if you don't feel alright.
here are some things you can do if your emotions feel strong.
1. place ice on your hands or forearms
2. use squishes, Puddy, play-dough, stress balls, etc.
3. take deep breaths. use techniques like 'box breathing' and 'starfish breathing.'
4. don't judge yourself. try narrating your experience. ex: "I feel upset because of __."
5. if you have an urge, write down the positives and negatives of acting on that urge
6. if you are angry, to wear off the emotions, do intense exercise (don't overdo it)
7. to avoid constantly feeling irritable, make sure you eat balanced and sleep well
8. avoid mood altering drugs/alcohol
9. remind yourself that your feelings are important
10. stop yourself from doing anything and think about what's happening
11. use mindfulness
12. use something that comforts one or more of your five senses
13. take yourself away from a stressful situation if possible or in one
14. splash cold water on your face
15. take a hot/warm/cold shower
16. talk to someone
17. describe your emotions in your head to better understand the moment
18. accept reality
19. list the sensations you are feeling in your head
20. enter the experience
