I am working on a list of coping mechanisms/distraction techniques/grounding tools for when I feel overwhelmed, anxious, or can't tolerate my emotions well. Often this leads to self-hate, feelings of rejection, extreme anxiety, dissociation, or other not fun effects. So I am trying to come up with a list of things I can do to distract myself and reduce these negative emotions. I have 33 so far, and would like more ideas from y'all.

1. Make a healthy snack
2. Make a cup of tea
3. Read a book
4. Pray
5. Journal
6. Deep breathing
7. Progressive muscle relaxation
8. Guided imagery
9. Listen to music and sing along
10. Go for a drive
11. Play video games
12. Paint or draw
13. Exercise
14. Plan for youth group on Sundays
15. Send a text to a friend saying hi
16. Clean or organize the house
17. Look up inspirational quotes
18. Meditate on or memorize a section of Scripture
19. Purchase a small thing for myself ($5 or less)
20. Study Spanish
21. Write poetry
22. Go ice skating
23. Make a gift for someone
24. Watch a movie or TV show
25. Wash/dry the dishes
26. Rearrange furniture
27. Learn something new on Wikipedia
28. Find a new craft to do on Pinterest
29. Find some jokes or watch a comedian online
30. Go swimming at the pool
31. Go explore and see what you can find outside
32. Take a nap
33. Take a shower or bath