Week 42 - Taking Care of Ourselves

Week 42 Activity 

TAKING CARE OF OURSELVES 

Sometimes we feel helpless when things are difficult. 

At moments like this, it can be helpful to do a Coping Space 

(see page 125) and add an action step. 

After honestly acknowledging the reality of a situation and how we feel about it, we may realise that we can't fix it or make it better. In these situations, we can add a final step, asking "What would be the most helpful for me to do now?' or 'How can I best take care of myself?' This could be something that you find nourishing and pleasurable, or perhaps something that will give you a sense of satisfaction—it could even be doing some mindfulness practice.

Have a look at the list you made on pages 158-9 of Nourishing Activities and Mastery Activities. Draw on this list whenever you need to; it may be helpful to stick it on your fridge door or somewhere else where it will catch your eye and remind you to take care of yourself.

Practice the Coping Space whenever things feel difficult.