DBT · Emotion Regulation
Reduce Vulnerability (PLEASE)
Close the leak first
Half of what looks like emotional overreaction is unfixed vulnerabilities. Audit a week and pick the one that would move the needle most.
Sleep — hours, quality, consistency
Food — regular, adequate, blood sugar crashes
Movement — daily, moderate, non-punitive
Substances — caffeine, alcohol, cannabis, meds as prescribed
The one vulnerability I'll close this month, and how