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

1.2 – Cold Water, Safe Thoughts: Disrupting Crisis: Cold water can act like an emotional circuit breaker when your body goes into crisis mode. When anxiety or panic hits hard, splashing cold water on your face or holding something chilled can instantly signal your nervous system to reset. This sudden temperature change activates the “dive reflex,” slowing your heart rate and helping your body switch from panic to balance. While the cold distracts your brain from distress, pairing it with safe, steady thoughts adds another layer of control. Repeating phrases like “I am here” or “This moment will pass” helps guide your thoughts toward calm stability. The key is to combine the physical and mental actions so that your body and mind work together to exit the crisis loop. Over time, this pairing builds a quick-response habit for moments when you feel trapped by fear. It reminds you that regulation is not about ignoring pain but about managing it with small, intentional steps. This method empowers you to take back control of your body when emotions feel too big to handle. It’s immediate, accessible, and builds resilience through practice and presence.

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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