10 ways to calm down when your emotions feel to big

These ways to help you calm down will make you feel better if your emotions feel too big.


10 ways to calm down when your emotions feel to big:


1 Take 10 deep and slow breaths  


Breathing exercises can help you relax, because it makes your body feel like it does when you are already relaxed. Deep breathing is one of the best ways to lower stress in the body. This is because when you breathe deeply, it sends a message to your brain to calm down and relax.


2 Hug a teddy


You will be surprised to know that cuddling a soft toy is not just good for your mental well-being but it is also great for your physical health too. That's because it brings a sense of calm within you and helps you relax, physically.


3 Take a break and slowly a glass of water 


 Drinking enough water is an important step in managing your feelings. Even if you're not experiencing feelings, drinking sufficient water can create feelings of relaxation.


4 Talk to a grown-up 


Talking to a grown up helps get feelings off your chest. It makes you feel relaxed after and makes you feel happy.

 

5 Draw a picture about it


Drawing a picture can help expressing how you feel, it can help you show an adult what you are stressed or worried about so they can help you.




6  Visualise yourself calm


This tip requires you to practice the 10 deep breaths you read before. After taking a few deep breaths, close your eyes and picture yourself calm. See your body relaxed, and imagine yourself working through a stressful or anxiety-causing situation by staying calm and focused.


7 Relax your body

When you’re anxious or angry, it can feel like every muscle in your body is tense (and they probably are). Practising progressive muscle relaxation can help you calm down and centre yourself.


8 Drop your shoulders


If your body is tense, there’s a good chance your posture will suffer. Sit up tall, take a deep breath, and drop your shoulders. To do this, you can focus on bringing your shoulder blades together and then down. This pulls your shoulders down. Take a few deep breaths. You can do this several times a day.


9  Have a centring object



When you’re anxious or angry, so much of your energy is being spent on irrational thoughts. When you’re calm, find a “centring object” such as a small stuffed animal, a polished rock you keep in your pocket.





10 Think of something happy


Thinking of something happy for example a happy memory can bring your mood higher because you remember the happy time and you feel much better after.





                        

                                              Hope you enjoyed today's blog 


                                                       By Ella and Theo 

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