Behavioral & Mental Health Conditions Series *Updating In January
Course overview
Lesson Overview

4.7 Practicing Pause-and-Plan Strategies: Pause-and-plan strategies help you stay focused on your long-term goals instead of letting the heat of the moment take over. When something triggers you, your mind may push you toward a quick response, but pausing gives you time to think about the bigger picture. You learn to take a breath, count to a number that calms you, or create space by stepping away briefly. During that pause, you plan your response based on what will help you grow rather than what will cause more problems. You begin asking simple questions: “What do I want to happen next?” or “What will help me feel proud later?” Planning becomes an act of self-respect, because it protects your relationships, your reputation, and your peace of mind. Each time you use this strategy, you show yourself that control is available, even in stressful moments. With repetition, pausing becomes a trusted habit that leads to healthier choices and more stability in your life.

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A structured and empowering learning path that helps individuals understand, manage, and balance complex behavioral and mental health patterns. Through guided topics on OCD, ADHD, anxiety, trauma, depression, and other conditions, this series teaches self

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  • Guided behavioral and emotional training

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