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Are you lost? Afraid of overstimulation with [tech]? Feeling anxious? Having [paranoid] ideas? This is the place to calm down.

Reminders~

[Censoring] words is okay. Being triggered by words isn't "cringe" or a sign of weakness. You're free to curate your own space. You deserve calm safe places without reminders of overwhelming themes.

It is ok to start with chaotic drafts. It is ok to think about structure. It is ok to neglect additional details. It is ok to leave creative things unfinished.

plans for this directory

  • overstimulation/understimulation help
  • what to do (low-, mid- and high-energy) help suggestions for myself
  • something like this
  • [tech] dont's

Inside

Feeling like you have too many things in your head? Want to scream?

  • write
    • writing in notebook. there are no limits. write like you need it. be messy.
    • writing in phone notes or diary. dump it. it's safe
    • writing to CPTSD community, post or comment. but don't forget about timezones difference...
    • writing temporary post. sometimes it helps. feel free to delete later
  • draw emotions without thinking about studies. right now you're not training your art skills, but using this as a way to express things
  • stim even if violently. use your body or any toys for this
  • fresh air is good. go outside or open the window

Outside

Sometimes you forget there are things outside of your head. Check them, please!

  • body
    • when was the last time you had a drink? drink biiig cup of cold water
    • are you hungry? no, really. stop for a moment. how many hours you are without food today? eat something. i promise, you will feel better
    • face, skin? it's always a good idea to wash your face and hands. warm water or cold water, your choice. also treat things on your face with Green Thing
    • what about temperature? are your limbs too cold? is your face too hot?
    • when was the last time you moved? stand up and walk for a little, or stretch
    • are your clothes comfortable? how about texture? how free are they?
  • home
    • what time is it?
      • morning or day?
        turn on the light mode and lights overall.
      • evening, but you want to continue doing something?
        keep the lights! don't sit in the darkness.
      • night and you need too calm down?
        turn off the bright lights. turn on the night mode on your screens.
    • is it clean enough? no need to wash everything if you don't have energy, just at least take care of the floor, futon and trash

Safe stimulation

y'know, even people with AuDHD can have fun without overwhelming themselves. you remember how it feels. it's possible.

  • ART
    • check artworks of others that you like and try to use similar techniques for studying
    • open art tutorials pinterest board
    • paint with other instruments: brush, color pencils
  • LANGUAGE
    • check the dictionary and find the word you like, then add to wordbook
    • check those videos and use your notebook
    • check that website and read/listen random text. even if you don't understand anything

Calm exploring

interesting places you can explore instead of [overstimulating] places. you know which i'm talking about.

heavy themes

feeling anxious even reading this section? feel free to close the tab. don't push yourself too hard.

Remember

  • people will NOT find you. you're doing as much as you can to keep healthy anonymity. your devices are secure enough for your situation.
  • sometimes thinking about privacy is enough. you're not in danger all the time.
  • you're doing better and better with reasonably sharing. you will be better with balance of socialization and safety.

DO~

  • separate privacy and security
  • log out from accounts ...or even delete account!
  • close the window or tab

Do NOT

  • DON'T WRITE about digital safety or country here
  • DON'T CREATE new accounts without thinking for at least few days
  • DON'T CREATE too many separate identities
  • DON'T MIX separate identities without thinking
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