Begin with what feels manageable
Choose an everyday situation you are comfortable thinking about. You do not need to revisit painful experiences to use this resource.
Try a short writing exercise
Write three sentences: “Today I notice…”; “What I need is…”; “One thing I can ask for or do is…”. Leave out anything you do not want to explore.
Use imagination as a reflection tool
If you find visualisation useful, picture yourself receiving appropriate support and making a manageable choice. Treat this as imagination, without expecting it to change a health condition.
Keep support in the picture
Consider who you could speak with or what practical help you could request. For health concerns, speak with an appropriate professional; this activity does not assess or treat illness.
Further reading and support
This is a Get Quantum reflection activity. For information about mental health and access to services, visit NHS mental health information.