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Mental Health Support

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2. When i notice thst happening, I immediately try to tone out most stimuli,

Mon Jun 16, 2025, 08:09 PM

Jun 16

Focus on my breath, calming music and a calming picture if possible...

(If possible, of course)

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Anxiety can trigger bipolar mood swings. [View all] crosinski Jun 16 OP

I also know this too well. RandySF Jun 16 #1

The balance is more fragile than I realized. crosinski Jun 16 #4

My problem was that anxiety would turn into irrational anger. RandySF Jun 16 #6

Ah mindfulness ... crosinski Jun 16 #7

This makes sense. crosinski Jun 16 #5

always good to be aware of triggers Skittles Jun 16 #3