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anderson · Apr 06, 2010, 06:53 PM

BREATHE - 3 PART BREATHS
Physical Comforts:
Holding dog
Holding stufy in the closet
Singing/Listening to music
Play relaxing music
Wash my face
Bubble Bath
Drink glass of water
Soothing Statements:
God is still in control.
I am a grown woman.
I am in a safe place.
Today is…
No one is going to hurt me.
It's not my fault
God is… (love, comfort, deliverer, powerful, healer)
Everything's going to be okay
Coping Skills
Color
Artwork/collage
Bubble bath
Stuffy
Music/singing
Bible reading/prayer
Reading
Name Game: 1 - 5 things - See, Hear, Touch, Taste, Smell
Cleaning
Write a letter
Journaling
Call someone on list
Cold/hot rag on head/neck
Ice cube in hand
Crafts
Write list of feelings
Watch birds
Look at pictures on phone
Yoga / Stretching
Hit pillow on bed
Online groups
Comfort Clothing
Bubba's shirt / M's shirt
Tinkerbelle shorts w/pink shirt
Change underwear
Comfort Food
Mac N Cheese w/ sausage and corn
McD's Nuggets & FF
Root beer
Chocolate chip cookies
Tomato soup
Nachos
Emergency - Public w/o people
Be aware of surroundings
Focus on breathing
Go to car / pull over
Lock doors
Get Kleenex
Hold Stufy Jr. from glove box
Turn on radio softly
Emergency - Public w/ people
Be aware of surroundings
Go to bathroom, corner, wall, or car
Focus on breathing / Soothing Statements
Emergency Contacts (All know of DID diagnosis):
And I list them complet with how they are related to me and their numbers and speed dial numbers.
Answer any door safely
Look through peephole / window
If needed, give/show ID Steps to person
Ask who is there
Do I know their face?
Do I know their voice?
Are they in uniform? (Police, Fireman, Doctor) Ask for badge.
Are they safe?

(I PRINTED THIS ON THE BACK FOR ME AND KEEP A 2ND COPY TO SHOW THEM IF NEEDED)
I have psychological issues and am currently experiencing difficulty.

I will need to complete the steps on this Safety Card to ensure my safety.
Emergency contacts are listed below who can help. Please call them for assistance.

Safety steps when scared or threatned:
Look at person through window or peephole
Do you recognize this face?
Ask, "Who is there?"
Do you recognize the voice and the name?
If no to any of the above, are they in uniform - like policeman, fireman, or doctor?
Ask, "Can I see your badge or ID?"
Does the badge or ID match who they say they were?
If you don't feel safe, keep the door closed and locked until someone you KNOW is present to help you.
Emergency Contacts:
And I list them complet with how they are related to me and their numbers and speed dial numbers.