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Intro
Life isn't always easy. When times are tough it's really helpful to have a toolbox full of ideas and strategies to help you cope. You're not starting from scratch, though. We all have ways of dealing with the things that stress us out. The idea is to build on what already works for you and see what else you can add.
Are you struggling with voices that frighten you? Check out our page on dealing with scary voices for some ideas on how to cope with them. We'll be adding some more info and resources soon.
What's the problem?
In our experience, coping strategies work best if they match the thing that's bothering you. So, the first step is working out what the problem is. It might be that the things you hear or see are making you feel frightened. It might be that you feel like you've got no control over your life. It might be that other people are bullying you or giving you a hard time.
If there are lots of things that are worrying you at the moment, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. Deal with the ones that are most important to you first. Take it step by step. Worries are a bit like dominos. Once you deal with one, it can get easier to deal with others. You're building up a toolkit that will be useful to you for the rest of your life, in lots of different situations.
To give you a head start, we've put together some ideas for dealing with difficult stuff. Just click on the button, below, that is nearest to how you're feeling.
This list will grow over the next few months, so - if you have any ideas or want to add anything please get in touch.
Email: info@voicecollective.co.uk