Six Word Memoirs on Life Stories

Wench says,

Vespers.

ShellDeFelice says,

Pouring out myself into something or someone else. I can get so self absorbed and that makes me feel toxic. Helping or offering, even in a small way most often tilits the world straight again.

canadafreeze says,

My kitchen is my place. Put on a little music, whip up something to share, and my mood changes. I'm easy that way:-)

Believe says,

Beach. No matter the weather.

Knit.

marymc says,

Nap. Draw. Nap, then draw. Draw, then nap.

lillybrook says,

Deep breath. "Sanity tool box" Pick an option (in no order):
1. talk it out with a friend or call mom
2. music; dance around living room
3. go running
4. cook something that involves lot of chopping prep (salsas and picos are great for this)
5. bath
6. cry
7. TV or movie (distraction)
8. wine
9. nap
10. perspective - try to remember that the situation is unique but the feeling is universal. We all struggle. This, too, shall pass.

ShellDeFelice says,

I think we should market "Lilybrook's tolbox" cute little cards in a decorated shoebox. I love all of of those ideas!!!!!

ctgoods2 says,

deconstruct a closet or cabinet - put everything back in order.

Level1 says,

yoga is helping

Layne says,

Picking a direction and running that way.

ErikaStellar says,

I second Level1, practice yoga. In a literal sense, you regain balance by focusing on one non-moving object and holding your core strong. However, you could take that advice in a figurative way as well.

lillybrook says,

Thanks, Shell! Wish I could offer a 100% guarantee that they'd work every time... but it's a reliable list of options for me.

Dragonflower says,

Watching people go about their regular lives. Close to my house, there is a Peets next to a parking lot, next to a small shopping center that has a grocery store. I walk there and sit with my coffee drink and just watch people come and go and it soothes me. If I stay by myself when upset, I get all wigged out. Talking with someone doesn't always help and can even makes it worse, so the people watching is a good inbetween place for me to let the worry go.

If I am really off balance, I drive to the Safeway parking lot, get a sandwich at Subway and eat it in the car as I watch the folks. I feel protected in the car and warm which helps soothe me.

Redx3 says,

Therapeutic cleaning, working with hands
Beach
Or, in case of total shut down...old movies