Worksheet 9 Self Soothing Using your Sense of Vision
A DBT worksheet for calming through what you see
Why This Helps
What you look at can have a powerful impact on how you feel. Certain images, colors, or scenes can trigger calm, comfort, and safety. The goal of this worksheet is to help you find visual experiences that are soothing and supportive-so you can return to them when emotions feel overwhelming.
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Other ideas:
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Reflection
Looking at calming or beautiful things can quickly shift how you feel. Your sense of vision is strongly connected to your emotions-so surrounding yourself with peaceful, comforting images can help reduce stress and bring a sense of calm.
What kinds of images or colors help you feel calm or comforted?
How could you keep one of those images close by for when you’re overwhelmed?
What could you look at today to give your mind a small moment of peace?
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