🛡️ Student Mental Health Series *coming soon
Course overview
Lesson Overview

30.05 – Safer Alternatives to Self-Harm That Actually Help: When the urge to harm hits, your brain is desperate for release — so giving it something that mimics that relief safely can make a difference. Try holding an ice cube until it melts, snapping a rubber band gently on your wrist, or writing every painful thought on paper and tearing it up. These actions activate similar sensory responses without injury. Creative outlets like painting, music, or movement can shift your focus from self-punishment to self-expression. Breathing slowly or grounding your hands in cold water can bring your awareness back to your body safely. You might not believe it yet, but every time you choose a safer option, you teach your brain resilience. It’s not about perfection — it’s about progress. Each small moment you stay safe builds new pathways in your mind that make surviving easier the next time the urge comes.

About this course

Trauma-informed mental wellness lessons that help students manage emotions, build resilience, and stay safe in real-world situations—like bullying, grief, violence, and poverty. Built for schools, youth programs, and Medicaid-compliant services.

This course includes:
  • Step-by-step guidance for handling social pressure, conflict, and unsafe situations
  • Stories and messages that encourage students to speak up, stay safe, and take control of their future
  • Flexible learning options for classrooms, after-school programs, and independent use

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