• Engage in deep breathing exercises to calm emotions.

  • Write in an emotional journal to release pent-up feelings.

  • Practice emotional validation (acknowledge without judgment).

  • Use grounding techniques to stay in the present.

  • Take a break to cool down when emotions are high.

  • Practice vulnerability by sharing your feelings with a trusted person.

  • Use visualization techniques to imagine a safe space.

  • Listen to music that matches or lifts your mood.

  • Practice self-soothing techniques (e.g., holding an object, wrapping in a blanket).

  • Engage in creative expression (art, music, writing).

  • Cry if needed to release emotional energy.

  • Use humor and watch or read something funny.

  • Practice self-love and nurturing with self-care activities.

  • Engage in positive distractions when overwhelmed.

  • Explore emotional regulation techniques like DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) skills.