Calming Strategies

Here are some examples of thoughts and behaviors that can help bring a sense of calm and groundedness. Feel free to adapt these or create your own based on what resonates with you.

Calming Thoughts:

  • I will do the best I can today.
  • I will do what I’m able to do today.
  • I will do what I can for me today.
  • I will do what I can for my relationships today.
  • If I make mistakes today, it's okay. Tomorrow is another day.
  • I will create a day that I want.
  • I choose to do activities because I want to, not because I should.
  • I will choose actions/activities/behaviors/choices that show love and care to me.

Calming Behaviors:

  • Deep belly breathing (breathe in for a count of 4 and exhale for a count of 8).
  • Do a fifteen-minute guided meditation.
  • Coloring.
  • Writing in a journal to release anxious thoughts.
  • Walk in nature.
  • Listen to calming music.
  • Watch comedy.
  • Dance in your living room.
  • Yoga.
  • Use aromatherapy.

(Clients are encouraged to create their own calming thoughts and behaviors.)