7. Some Other Tips for Easing Up on Yourself
Training Module on the Right to Mental Health for the Security Sector
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Timing: If you and your spouse tend to fight when you discuss things at
night- perhaps you are tired, distracted, or maybe it is just a habit – try
changing the times when you talk about important matters, so these talks
do not turn into arguments.
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Avoidance: If your child’s chaotic room makes you furious every time you
walk by it, shut the door. Do not make yourself look at what infuriates you.
Do not say, “Well, my child should clean up the room, so I won’t have to be
angry.” That is not the point. The point is to keep yourself calm.
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Finding alternatives: If your daily commute through traffic leaves you in a
state of rage and frustration, give yourself a project – learn or map out a
different route, one that is less congested or more scenic. Or find another
alternative, such as a bus or commuter train.
ACTIVITY VIII. Yoga, Meditation, and Detox
Purpose: To utilize yoga, meditation, and detox techniques as a helpful
measure to maintain mental health in the workplace.
Materials: Projector, PowerPoint, laptop
Time: 10 minutes
Instruction: The meditation exercise may be done in your seats while watching
the link https://youtu.be/inpok4MKVLM.
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