Refill your own pitcher
The thing about clichés is that they’re most often true. Without your oxygen flow, it can feel like you’re suffocating. So put your own oxygen mask on first. Take care of yourself by using any of the following strategies:
- Take your dog (or just yourself) on a walk.
- Do boxed breathing.
- Have a safe space you can go to recentre and ground yourself.
- Splash cold water on your face.
- Use sensory stones.
- Call a loved one.
What is your oxygen mask?