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Yeah! I do that too- want to have breaks from my phone but end up checking it loads, sometimes without even realising. What would happen if you didn't distract yourself in the intense moments? It would probably be anxiety provoking but you might surprise yourself at how well you manage. I defs have an odd relationship with my phone and social media. Always feels soothing at the time but long term it feels kinda hollow
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I just try and do fun activities and try new things like I draw, cook recipes I find online, read, and play a instrument.
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These are really good suggestions :-)
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