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This is a great CBT tool to use on yourself and introduce to your children to help them self-regulate their emotions.
When my twin sons were preparing for their A-Levels I have to say this tool helped defuse many situations that could have turned quite volatile.
This strategy also encourages you to respond rather than react in stressful situations.
S – Stop – Stop what you are about to do or say to others
T – Take a breath – Take a breath and count to 5. Focus on your breathing to calm your mind
O – Observe – Observe your feelings, thoughts and body sensations. Where is the tension building up?
P – Perspective – What’s the big picture here? Is there another way of looking at this?
P – Proceed – What is the best way to proceed – for you, others and the situation? What do you need to put in place?
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