“My 9-year-old wanted to download a video game named Subnautica. You basically spend the whole time grinding resources to build better equipment. This has been amazing for my anxiety.” —u/Raaqua “I enjoy playing Sims and making fake humans who are more functional than I am.” —u/MyAskRedditAcct “My cat likes to flop across my chest and tummy, purring. It’s like a weighted blanket and very soothing. He can always sense when I’m feeling anxious and comes running into my room.” —u/aspenhatton “I recommend box breathing. I thought it was B.S. until I tried it. I use it at least once a day now, and it has drastically helped reduce my anxiety.” —u/vswitch “I grab a book and pen and start writing. Journaling helps a lot.” —u/AmeriNodi Dial 988 in the US to reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. The Trevor Project, which provides help and suicide-prevention resources for LGBTQ youth, is 1-866-488-7386. Find other international suicide helplines at Befrienders Worldwide (befrienders.org).
