That’s awesome @MuddyBoots it sounds like you have a lot of good hobbies and coping skills. I love playing violin too. Took a break from lessons cause they were starting to get too expensive for me but still play. Reading is a great hobby too, it’s super relaxing and immersive. Sometimes when I can’t focus on anything else like shows or something, reading is immersive enough to help me focus. Journaling is a huge coping skills for me. I’ve been journaling everyday since my first inpatient stay back when I was 14 and I’m 30 now almost 31. It’s helped me in so many ways. I can’t recommend it enough. That’s awesome that you’re walking dogs now! That’s so cool. Animals are such great company and it’s always good to get outside. As much as I hate to admit it my mental health is a lot better on days I’m outside walking. I have to push myself to go but when I do I end up feeling a lot better afterwards. Sounds like you’re doing a lot of good stuff! Keep up with the DBT stuff too. I have a deck of DBT cards I find helpful when I’m struggling.