RECOVERY TIP: distraction box/emotional first aid box. I made this a few years ago & filled it with items that would help ground me (list of items in thread). when I was in emotional distress I would sit with my box and try to calm #anxiety #eatingdisorder #recovery #mentalhealth
my box contains
photographs, flash cards, my fav book, craft items my niece's have made, puzzle book, notepad and pens to journal, tea bags, scented candle, hand cream, room spray, elastic bands, stress balls, cards and notes from friends,
hospital bracelets as a reminder where ED will take me, some mindfulness flash cards, meditation disc, happy memory notes & pictures, also a postcard from a friend saying what they love most about me to remind myself I am not the terrible person my brain will have me believe❤️
Pic of my box..... All you need is a shoe box and some tissue paper or wrapping paper 💓
Because you have all been so lovely, & seem to like this idea. I will share this pic with you. This is my old box in action following a complete meltdown at dinner. I was actually nodding of Hubby took a few pics throughout my journey showing real recovery. Pleased he did now.
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