Self-Soothing Coping Thoughts

Thoughts matter. In these strange, uncertain times, it's hard to know what to think. The worry thoughts come easily. The lonely thoughts come easily. The grieving thoughts come easily. The positive thoughts don't come as easily. Below is a list of some positive thoughts to help remember that it's not all bad and there is hope. Perhaps choose one in the morning and use it as your intention or mantra of the day. Be well!

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​This situation won’t last forever.
 
I’ve already been through many other painful experiences and I have survived.
 
This too shall pass.
 
My feelings make me uncomfortable right now, but I can accept them.
 
I can be anxious and deal with the situation.
 
I am strong enough to handle what is happening to me right now.
 
This is an opportunity for me to learn how to cope with my fears.
 
I can ride this out and not let it get to me.
 
I can take all the time I need right now to let go and relax.
 
I will survive this situation.
 
My anxiety and fear will not kill me; it just doesn’t feel good right now.
 
I am not my feelings.
 
Feelings don’t last forever. It will change.
 
It’s ok to feel sad/anxious/afraid sometimes.
 
My thoughts do not control my life. I do.
 
I can think of different thoughts if I want to.
 
Just because I think something does not mean it’s true.
 
I am not in danger right now.
 
This situation is awful, but it is only temporary.
 
I am strong and can deal with this.