⚡ Crisis Intervention & Emergency Response *coming soon
Course overview
Lesson Overview

1.14 – Calming Down Without Hurting Yourself: When anger or sadness reaches a breaking point, it’s easy to think that pain is the only way to quiet the noise. But self-harm doesn’t heal—it only deepens the wound that life is trying to mend. Start by grounding your senses: hold something cold, name five colors in the room, or draw slow circles on your hand until the urge fades. Keep a distraction list ready—music that changes your mood, videos that make you laugh, or a person who answers late-night messages. If the thoughts grow louder, reach out immediately; talking is the opposite of hurting. Every time you ride out the urge, your brain learns survival instead of surrender. Healing takes practice, not perfection. Over time, you’ll realize your feelings aren’t your enemy—they’re messengers asking to be heard in healthier ways. Safety isn’t silence; it’s choosing care when your emotions beg for chaos.

About this course

Training in crisis intervention techniques and emergency response strategies to ensure safety, de-escalate conflicts, and connect individuals with appropriate resources.

This course includes:
  • Scenario-based crisis intervention training modules
  • Safety planning templates and communication protocols
  • Resource guides for emergency and post-crisis support services

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