Self-Soothing Toolkit

Unsavory human behavior often occurs when we’re scared, dysregulated, overwhelmed, or triggered. In these moments, people tend to impulsively attack, defend, dissociate, and self-medicate. This, too, appears to be true when we’re upset or living with unmet needs. Whatever the case, it’s wise to develop the skill of recognizing when you’re out of balance (physically, mentally, emotionally) and taking immediate action to remedy the situation.