Ways to manage feelings
Sometimes feelings can seem big & overwhelming...
Remember that feelings are simply feelings and there no 'bad' feelings... All feelings are OK. The important bit is how we manage feelings and deal with them when they feel overwhelming.
It's good to talk!
Remember. Whatever you are feeling you can talk to someone about anything... even if it feels awful or small. You can talk to a trusted adult, a friend, a GP or nurse or a helpline - e.g. Childline 0800 1111.
See the get help section for more ideas. Not sure how to ask for help? See Asking for Help in the toolkit.
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Ways to cope when things feel tough
There are lots of ways to help yourself when things feel tricky.
Everyone has bad days or times when they feel upset, angry, or worried.
Coping strategies are things that help you calm down, feel better, or make a problem smaller and manageable
You could try:
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Taking a few deep breaths.
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Getting some fresh air or moving your body.
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Listening to music or drawing.
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Talking to someone you trust.
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Doing something kind for yourself or someone else.
It’s about finding what works for you. Small things can make a big difference.
If one thing doesn’t help, try another — you can build your own “feel-better” toolkit!
