I like to just step outside, close my eyes and breathe slow and deep 5-10 times. I remind myself I am alive and a survivor. There is a big plan for me. By being in the air-and sometimes the colder the better. This makes me feel alive and happier.I have been thinking a lot about posting this thread the past few days. Just had to get my head together e...
Bought some postcards with flower designs that I color. Want to get a pic frame this week so I can display the most recent one. Didn't realize they are soothing and relaxing until saw a friend doing one recently.
Finding free kindle books on Amazon.
Painting my nails.
I have a cotton throw that is soft and I rub that which is soothing.
Making pictures on Canva.
Journaling. The older I get, the more important this has become. So much I forget - even from just days ago. This helps recalling activities but also charts my ups and downs during healing.
Have a body brush for my skin. The exfoliating feels nurturing-that I am taking care of myself. This act oddly is the first one that has brought me joy. Weird but it reminds me that I am ok and worthy to be alive. Don't understand it but this is the best explanation I can provide...