SuprAffs: Impulse Control

I LOVE it when I take time to expand my range of strategies for dealing with impulsiveness.

I LOVE it when I take the time to think things through before acting.

I LIKE it when I take the time to remember what the consequences of any action will lead to.

I ENJOY learning to identify the "emotional triggers and cues" that lead to impulsive behaviors. 

I LIKE it when I  let myself "feel" a negative impulse for a few moments instead of acting on it.  Usually, the impulse leaves in just a few moments.

I LIKE to take some time out before making a any decision, even just a few moments can make a difference.

I LOVE being able to switch my thoughts to other things when feeling impulsive.

I LIKE making a list of my common impulsive behaviors. It helps me set goals to establish positive habits that lesson the risk of impulsive behavior.

I LIKE it when I research the Internet on the subject of impulsivity.

I LIKE it when I can be less critical of myself.  I know it helps reduce impulsiveness.

I LIKE it when I work on reducing procrastination.  I know it helps reduce impulsiveness.

I LIKE it when I can stop comparing myself to others.  I know "guilt" contributes to impulsivity.

I LIKE it when I focus on improving my attention span.  I know that lack of attention contributes to impulsivity.

I LIKE it when I "take as much time as I am allowed" to make decisions.  The longer I wait, the less likely the impulsivity.

I LIKE it when I study "mindfulness training" techniques.  Studies show this training leads to reduced impulsivity.

(Chose from the following list according to that which best fits your situation and repeat them once a day for a minimum of 21 days or until your new habits are firmly established.  For the best results, focus on just one habit until firmly established before going to the next!)