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  • Take deep breaths
  • Do a positive activity 
  • Play sports 
  • Think of something funny 
  • Take a quick walk 
  • Practice yoga 
  • Stand up and stretch 
  • Listen to music 
  • Take a time out 
  • Slowly count to ten 
  • Use positive self-talk 
  • Say something kind to yourself 
  • Talk to a friend 
  • Talk to an adult 
  • Close your eyes and relax
  • Say, " I can do this" 
  • Visualize your favorite place 
  • Think of something happy 
  • Think of a pet you love 
  • Think about someone you love 
  • Get enough sleep 
  • Eat a healthy snack 
  • Read a good book 
  • Set a goal 
  • Jog in place 
  • Write in a journal 
  • Hum your favorite song 
  • Doodle on paper 
  • Draw a picture 
  • Color a coloring page 
  • Clean something 
  • Meditate 
  • Use a stress ball 
  • Make a list for the future 
  • Read inspirational quotes 
  • Compliment yourself 
  • Visualize a stop sign 
  • Laugh 
  • Smile in the mirror 
  • Smile at others 
  • Do Schoolwork 
  • Loost at animal pictures 
  • Hyperfocus on an object
  • Notice 5 things you can see 
  • Paith with water colors 
  • Use a relaxation app 
  • Watch a funny video 
  • Drink some tea 
  • Cook or bake 
  • Plan a fun trip 
  • Use an I-statement 
  • Identify your emotions 
  • Express your feelings to someone 
  • Write down your thoughts 
  • Identify a positive thought 
  • Make your day's schedule 
  • List 10 positives about you 
  • Ask yourself, "what do I need right now?"
  • Tell someone you are thankful for them 
  • Pet an animal 
  • Make a list of choices 
  • Organize something
  • Play a card game
  • Listen to nature sounds
  • Sit and relax all your muscles 
  • Ask for a break 
  • Dance 
  • Write a letter 
  • Look at pictures you've taken 
  • Make a gratitude list 
  • List your positive qualities 
  • Do something kind
  • Give someone a hug 
  • Put a puzzle together 
  • Do something you love 
  • Build something 
  • Play with clay 
  • Hug a stuffed animal 
  • Rip paper into pieces 
  • Play an instrument 
  • Watch a good movie 
  • Take pitures 
  • Garden 
  • Write a list 
  • Keep a positive attitude 
  • Schedule time for yourslef 
  • Blow bubbles 
  • Write a positive note 
  • Chew gum 
  • Paint your nails 
  • Write a story 
  • Blog 
  • Read a joke book 
  • Write a poem 
  • Drink cold water 
  • Draw cartoons 
  • Read a magazine 
  • Write a thank you note 
  • Count to 100