Garfield has his teddy bear and Linus (Peanuts) has his ever-present security blanket. How about you?
Do you have an item that you cherish and keep nearby for those moments when anxiety or depression risk overwhelming you? Perhaps a special ring, a cross, a photo of a loved one, or maybe a note card with an inspirational quote?
It’s something I thought about for myself and I would love to have something like that to carry with me but nothing has ever struck me as being ‘just right’ or meaningful enough. A few times I’ve wondered about using my law school class ring, but of course I need to lose 30lbs for it to fit. 🙂
Seriously, such an item can be a great way to ground yourself in difficult moments. For some, it might serve as focal point for meditation or breathing exercises. For others, the positive emotions attached to the object may be sufficient to help one begin to relax and get back into the moment.
So if you don’t have a teddy bear, security blanket or special keepsake then what’s holding you back? If you do have a special item that you keep nearby then let us know in the comments.
Of course, one can take it to extremes like this youngster from Mr. Mom. Enjoy!
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