A List of Distraction Techniques for Anxiety Spirals
Generate a list of healthy and effective distraction techniques to interrupt an anxiety spiral.
Prompt:
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Generate a list of 10 healthy distraction techniques to help someone break out of an anxiety spiral or obsessive thought loop. The list should include a mix of mental, physical, and sensory activities (e.g., 'Describe your surroundings in detail,' 'Listen to a very loud, energetic song,' 'Do a complex math problem'). The tone should be practical and direct. Please include a disclaimer about this being a short-term coping skill.