recommend this just like, in general bc although it’s not the most meaningful use of my time it’s SO fun. have done this before mid-post meltdown/panic attack and my god does it do a good job at 1) distracting you, and 2) making your nervous system realise you’re actually not about to be swallowed by a whale.
my go to is the Upstairs Neighbours podcast (!!!) and games like Super Mario 3D World, Zelda Breath of the Wild, etc.
(if you’re not a video game person the bottom line of this is: doing multiple things that you enjoy so you don’t have space in your brain to spiral and instead realise that there are still things left to make you happy despite whatever’s making you anxious. good luck!!)
Feb 7, 2025
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that’s so sweet!!! 🥰🥰
firstly, i’ll definitely listen to the upstairs neighbors podcast
and thank your for sharing your game recommendations. love itt!! - i’ve never played zelda, so i’ll give it a try 😊
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that’s such a horrible place to be stuck in… if you’re needing an analog diversion, maybe try a low effort craft? collaging has been a favorite of mine cuz i can turn off my verbal brain but it’s still stimulating enough to keep me engaged. i’ve also really enjoyed cozy/casual games on my switch cuz they’re distracting but not too hard either
nothing gets me out of a funk better than talking to another human though... maybe facetime a friend to talk about nothing for a bit
stretching while watching a show or listening to a podcast… wakes the body up and keeps the scary thoughts at bay
Mar 17, 2024
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lately i’ve been having trouble working out and staying focused/chill without getting overwhelmed by random anxious thoughts about whatever thing i’m worrying about
i recently found a nice solution: jeopardy! there are a few free episodes on youtube (and if you dig around enough you can find random pirated ones that were uploaded and will probably quickly be taken down) and there’s always episodes on demand if you have tv available
you don’t have to pay attention to every second but the fast question pace keeps my mind busy while i walk or do cardio etc
even if youre not anxious, i still feel like it’s a very good show for background noise. if only it were easier to access/stream episodes 🥲
Nov 23, 2024
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something about this video gets me thru the times when i don’t know what to do with myself: https://youtu.be/kXAv8RXmsrc?si=sEzFGI9QbGNpDZq_
jim carrey’s advice:
1. eat everything you see
2. if you start to spiral downward, turn the television on
3. change the pattern
4. have someone you know come up and smack you in the head
5. punch yourself in the leg
6. smoke. smoke as much as you possibly can.
i interpret these as:
1. just eat. nourish your body.
2. get out of your own head (tv is great, i use video games for this)
3. change. the. pattern.
4. and 5. stim!! and/or release your emotions! (don’t actually cause harm to yourself or others)
6. allow yourself to use whatever coping tools you have (if you already smoke, smoke. if you don’t, don’t start.)
idk how else to explain it, but for me, it works. hope this helps 🩷
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