How can you calm your emotional dysregulation? What are some self-soothing techniques that you can start using today? IN THIS PODCAST: What is self-soothing? 2:09 Using touch as a self-soothing technique? 8:55 Transitioning into affirmations 14:07 Breathwork as a self-soothing technique 18:45 What Is Self-Soothing? When is a good time to practice self-soothing techniques? Learning to recognize your emotional triggers The importance of allowing space to check in with yourself Recognizing unhealthy self-soothing practices Using Touch As A Self-Soothing Technique? Why is it important to avoid cognitive strategies, initially The importance of starting with physical techniques to calm our nervous system Physical touch technique walk-through Finding what works best for you Transitioning Into Affirmations Integrating affirmations into your self-soothing process What do you need to hear right now to calm yourself? The practice of being present to communicate with the sensations you are feeling What is interoceptive awareness and how to practice it Breath Work As A Self-Soothing Technique Connecting to your breath as an anchor Breathwork technique walk-through How to integrate all of your senses into self-soothing Creating a self-soothing kit for yourself Connect With Me Instagram @holisticcounselingpodcast Facebook Join the private Facebook group Sign up for my free email course: www.holisticcounselingpodcast.com Rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, Spotify, and Google Podcasts.