Safe Box

[Marshmallow.]

At my CPN appointment it was suggested I make a safe box for when I feel triggered/suicidal.
She suggested putting things in that remind me of when I was strong. An example she gave was my nursing degree and a copy of my flat key so I can remind myself of what I have achieved. She said it would help me remember that life is worth living.
Was just wondering if anyone else has something similar as I can't think of what to fill it with?

[Wonderland.]

You could put pictures in it of good times.
And messages from people who care about you.

[Serendipity.]

I have a happy box. I think your CPN's suggestions are good :)

In mine I have pictures of happy times and cards and letters that remind me I'm loved, like Wonderland. suggested. I have things that remind me of things I've achieved; a couple of articles I've written, and awards from uni. A book of suggestions for wellbeing, a really cute little book called '14000 things to be happy about'. A teddy that my mum gave me and a couple of handmade things from friends.

I've got things to help me stay distracted if I need to; a sketch book, chalk, pencils, a colouring book, extreme dot to dot.

Sensory things: lavender essential oil, a stress ball, play doh, bubbles, sea glass.

Probably other things too, I'll check later and come back to this!

I think it's a nice thing to have; you don't have to completely fill it up to start with, mine has been added to over several years.

[Wonderland.]

Hannah has wonderful ideas :)

You could also put inspirational/recovery quotes in there.

And perhaps a list of things that make you feel good.

[not_so_insig]

I have a happy box which is a similar concept.

I got my friends to write cards to put in it. I have a couple of photos from celebrities because it makes me happy to think that they took the time to sign a photo for me. Two are personalised.

[Marshmallow.]

Thanks this has been really helpful.
I've now got my nursing degree, medals from charity walks and some family photos. I've also gone down the distraction rout of a colouring and puzzle book.
I think I'm going to take a soft toy to my mums and spray some of her perfume on it and pop that in there.

[Wonderland.]

It sounds like you've got some good items in it.

And remember you can always add to it over time :)