How to Replace Harmful Stims
Consider whether the stim is actually harmful.. Start noticing what's going on before you start the stim.. Recognize that stimming is a tool.
Steps
Consider whether the stim is actually harmful.
Consider whether the stim is actually harmful.
Start noticing what's going on before you start the stim.
Start noticing what's going on before you start the stim.
Recognize that stimming is a tool.
Recognize that stimming is a tool.
Consider getting outside feedback.
Consider getting outside feedback.
Address the need that makes you stim harmfully.
Address the need that makes you stim harmfully.
Make a list of stims that could fulfill the same need.
Make a list of stims that could fulfill the same need.
Use harm reduction for seriously damaging stims.
Use harm reduction for seriously damaging stims.
Pay attention to when you use the harmful stim.
Pay attention to when you use the harmful stim.
Switch to a new stim as soon as you notice yourself doing a harmful one.
Switch to a new stim as soon as you notice yourself doing a harmful one.
Use helpful self-talk.
Use helpful self-talk.
Take steps to reduce stress in your life.
Take steps to reduce stress in your life.
Identify a few people who make you feel heard and loved.
Identify a few people who make you feel heard and loved.
Get medical help for any mental or physical health issues.
Get medical help for any mental or physical health issues.
Be patient with yourself.
Be patient with yourself.
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