" Safe Coping Skills (Part 1) Seeking Safety, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for PTSD and Substance Abuse by Bridgette Jones-Whitby MS, BS ABM, AA, CMAA, MS, BCL

Safe Coping Skills (Part 1)

1. Always ask for Help ( reach out to someone safe).   

2. Encourage yourself on a daily basis. (Read positive affirmations and poems).

3. Remove yourself immediately from all dangerous places. ( leave bad places quickly).

4. Perseverance-never ever give up on yourself. 

5. Integrity brings healing and maintains healthy relationships. 

6. Dishonesty, secrets, and hidden things has a negative impact on your spirit, soul, and body.  

7. Release the Pain & hurt that you are feeling by crying and open yourself up to someone that creates a positive safe environment.

8. Learn to forgive yourself for making bad choices in your Life.

9. Take a proactive approach in seeking healing and forgiveness for your Spirit, Soul, and Body.

10. Learn to Love yourself in a healthy and positive manner !!!!!!