Bad news

If you are apart of the trauam group you'll know I do a Self Care Challenge there too. And I try to do different things each week for both groups but I thought this as a good challenge for both groups during this time.

Are you ready for this weeks challenge? If you watch the news- especially in the US all you hear is tragedy- Harvey, Irma, forest fires. Its all of social media and what people talk about in the work room and during the day. And the US of course isnt the only area that face these terrible disasters. When you are someone who already is dealing with regulated your emotions this can be something that is just too much. Its hard to listen to and can be disturbing. But here is the thing. Its okay to turn it off. To change the subject. Turn off the tv or put down your phone. Things can be a trigger or just too much to process. Thats okay. It can be good self care to realize what you can watch and what you need to put aside. So this week I want you to be aware of what is overwhelming. This is true for anyone and doesnt make you weak or means you dont care. It means you are able to know what you can and cant handle today.

So the challenge this week: Remind yourself that its okay to turn off news that is upsetting. Only take what you can handle. Are you up for the challenge?