What strategies do you use to cope with negative feelings?
At times I actually break stuff due to the intensity of my strong emotions and my schizoaffective condition does affect my mental and emotional state tremendously. One Saami person I’ve met broke a television set in rage, we (our ethnic group) are known for often seeming laid back and calm. But I’m not always calm, especially during my severe worsening of the state of Mind. I listen to my favourite mood in music for my particular state of mind and emotions. And I let myself feel the emotions and not resisting my thoughts. Btw I struggled with alot of experiences in my childhood and youth, had to hide my strong feelings to keep things calm in the environment. Too much for this time, sorry
Btw the stuff I break is like a pencil or other office things. Of course I don’t physically hurt anyone ever. I’m really frustrated with life right now, but once I let go fully it’s better later on inside.
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