How to Use: Recognising My Warning Signs
This worksheet can help you identify your own early signs that things are becoming more difficult.
Think about changes in your thoughts first. What begins happening internally when you are struggling?
Then look at your mood, routines and social life. You might notice yourself withdrawing, becoming more anxious, losing interest in things or changing familiar routines.
Next, consider changes around food or mealtimes and any physical signs that tell you your body needs additional support.
It can also be useful to think about what other people notice before you do.
The professional-support question gives you an opportunity to decide in advance when you would seek additional help rather than making that decision in the middle of a difficult period.
Finish by choosing an early-support step.
Keep this worksheet somewhere accessible. It can be particularly useful to revisit when you are doing well, because recognising your warning signs early may make it easier to respond.
