I tell myself that it’s okay to be sad and that this feeling will pass.
When my sadness feels overwhelming I breathe in until my lungs are full and count to 5.
1... 2... 3... 4... 5...
Then I breathe out as slow as I can.
I do this until my only thoughts are about my breathing and my body relaxes.
I accept that I feel sad, but allow happy or peaceful thoughts to be felt too.
I think about the reason I am sad and if I can do anything about it, then I move on and focus on something else.
I keep my peace by resting, listening to my favourite music and focusing on a creative task.
I like to draw or write a story about a character who feels how I feel and shares the same experiences.
Being creative helps me manage my feelings.
What do you enjoy doing?
What can you do to look after yourself?