# 240920205423 - Helpful Primers ## Primers 1. **Gratitude** • Daily: List 3 things you're grateful for • Feeling: Negative, dissatisfied, or unappreciative • Tip: Start with basics (food, shelter) if struggling 2. **Mindfulness** • Daily: 10-minute breath-focused meditation • Feeling: Overwhelmed, scattered, or anxious • Tip: Gently return focus to breath when mind wanders 3. **Active Listening** • In conversations: Focus on understanding, not responding • Feeling: Disconnected, misunderstood, or impatient • Tip: Take a breath before speaking to refocus on the speaker 4. **Growth Mindset** • View challenges as learning opportunities • Feeling: Stuck, defeated, or afraid of failure • Tip: Ask "What can I learn from this?" when facing difficulties 5. **Self-Compassion** • Treat yourself as you would a good friend • Feeling: Self-critical, inadequate, or discouraged • Tip: Consciously shift to supportive self-talk when self-critical 6. **Time Management** • Use a planner to schedule work, leisure, and self-care • Feeling: Overwhelmed, unproductive, or out of balance • Tip: Practice saying "no" to non-essential tasks 7. **Assertiveness** • Express needs and opinions clearly and respectfully • Feeling: Unheard, taken advantage of, or resentful • Tip: Start with small, low-stakes situations to build confidence ## 🔗 References ### Backlinks - ![[FCAF23AB - Personal Primers]] - [[A8C4E19C - Semantic Priming]] **🏷️ Tags:** #tag