Nice work. I have traumaversaries, too, and I use most of these tips. To your point about mantras and reminding yourself that you are safe, I will add that sensory grounding works very well for me in any situation of anxiety. What do I see, hear, smell, touch, taste? Where do I feel this in my body? What is in this room? Answering these questions distracts me from the anxiety loop, and I am able to very viscerally remember that I am in the NOW and the trauma is in the THEN. For anyone reading Shawna's post and these comments, best wishes for safe feelings!
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