Use Self Encouraging
Coping Thoughts
There are many upsetting times in life when we all need to
hear some encouraging words to keep us motivated or to help us endure the pain
that we are experiencing. But there are many upsetting times like these when
you are also alone and you need to encourage yourself to stay resilient. Coping
thoughts are reminders of how strong you have been in the past when you
survived upsetting situations and they are also reminders of encouraging words
that given your strength. Coping thoughts are especially helpful when you first
notice that you are feeling agitated, nervous, angry or upset.
Here is a list of coping thoughts that many people have
found to be helpful:
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“This situation won’t last forever.”
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“This too shall pass.”
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“I can be anxious and still deal with the
situations.”
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“This is an opportunity for me to learn how to
deal with my fears.”
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“These are just my feelings, and eventually they
will go away.”
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“This situation suck, but it is only temporary.”
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“I am strong and I can deal with this.”
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“My thoughts don’t control my life, I do.”
Coping thoughts can help you tolerate upsetting situations
by giving you strengths and motivation to endure those experiences. Now that
you know about coping thoughts, you can begin using them immediately. Write your five favorite coping thoughts on
an index card or your phone and keep it with you in your wallet or purse. The more you see your coping thoughts, the
more quickly they will became part of your automatic thought process.
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