• Learn what helps you to change an emotion you don’t want, for example, distraction, watching a film which gives you a different emotion.
Pay attention to your emotions
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Exercise to let out frustration
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• Develop ‘Red Flags’ – So the same process you may have used in the procrastination section you can use here, but for impulsive actions. You may find yourself thinking the same common thoughts when you are about to act impulsively, these can act as red flags for you to warn you that you are about to do something impulsive. For example: ‘it’ll be ok’ or ‘I’ll just…’ or ‘It doesn’t matter’ etc. Think about what yours are and this will help you to think twice about what you are about to do.
• Try the STOPP Technique: This technique (described on the next page) helps us to pause and think before we act or respond to something.
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