10 Coping skills to manage rejection Sensitive dysphoria
use these coping skills to help you make it through when your RSD is triggered.
Rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD) causes people to be hypersensitive to criticism, and rejection. People who struggle with RSD can perceive criticism, or dislike where there is none.
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COPING SKILLS AFTER RSD IS TRIGGERED
When RSD is triggered, it can haunt you. You need some coping skills that are beautiful, soothing, or lift your spirit.
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Soothing
Lifts the Spirit
Taking a warm bath
Nothing feels quite as soothing for me as slipping into a nice warm soothing bubble bath. The tension and sadness start to melt away immediately.
Soothing
Memories of good times
Recalling times when things went well can remind us that good times can circle around again.
lifts the spirit
Sitting in the sunshine
The smallest thing can feel amazing when you're down in the doldrums. Sit in the sunshine for a bit and try to slow your breathing and let those thoughts slip away.
Beauty
Going for a car ride
We can't escape our problems, but we can drive away for just a moment!
Lifts the spirit
Affirmations
Rejection sensitive dysphoria can cause us to ruminate on terrible things. Affirmations can replace that rumination.
Lifts the spirits
Write out how you feel
Getting your thoughts out always makes things easier to manage. Pull out your journal, computer, hell, write it on a napkin nd throw it away.
Beauty
Snuggling with a pet
They really ARE our very best friends. Cuddling up with a pet can be incredibly helpful.
Soothing
Just take a nap
It feels so bad when the emotions are swirling. Trust me, take a nap. It'll refresh your perspective.
lifts the spirit
Remember the words of the people who love you
The people who love you will tell you so. Remember their words when you're low.
Lifts the spirits
A hug
Sometimes the most simple thing is what you need the most. Let somebody put their arms around you. A big hug can really help.
lifts the spirit
Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria gets easier when you have the skills you need to manage. Use these coping strategies to help you through.
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