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Write a "what calms me" list on a good day, for use on a hard one

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Published 2 October 2026

Jot down the activities that reliably help, like making tea, upbeat music, a walk outside or stretching, so there's a ready-made menu when thinking clearly is hard. If you use a relaxation app, check that its claims are rooted in evidence.

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Title
Quick Tips to Reduce Anxiety (opens in a new tab)
Published in
Mental Health Commission of Canada
Year
2021

If you're struggling right now, you don't have to handle it alone. In Canada or the US, call or text 988 any time. If you're in immediate danger, call 911. In Canada, 211 can connect you with local mental health and addiction services.

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