APPENDIX - IDEAS FOR PLEASANT EVENTS
• Soaking in a bathtub. • Planning or organizing something. • Reflecting on personal improvements. • Buying things for myself. • Playing a musical instrument. • Using cologne, perfume, or aftershave. • Doing housework, laundry, cleaning. • Seeing or smelling a flower or plant. • Writing letters, cards, or notes. • Attending family gatherings. • Wearing clean clothes. • Planning for the next holiday. • Thinking up or arranging a song or music. • Planning a vacation. • Lighting scented candles. • Reading stories, novels, poems, or plays. • Preparing a new or special food. • Making food, crafts, or gifts to sell or give away. • Throwing away items no longer used or needed. • Donating time, money, or property to charity. • Watching the waves on the ocean.
• Reading a “How to” book or article. • Playing in a musical group. • Sleeping soundly at night. • Playing baseball or softball. • Seeing beautiful scenery. • Discussing my hobby or special interest. • Going somewhere beautiful. • Speaking a foreign language. • Meeting someone new. • Looking at the stars or moon. • Solving a puzzle or crossword. • Listening to children play. • Complimenting or praising someone. • Playing lawn sports (badminton, croquet, etc.). • Wearing expensive or formal clothes. • Gardening, landscaping, or doing yard work. • Going to a health club, sauna bath, or spa. • Snowmobiling or dune- buggy riding. • Talking about politics or public affairs. • Attending a play, concert, opera, or ballet. • Cooking meals to freeze for future use.
• Knitting, crocheting, or embroidery. • Playing pool or billiards. • Reminiscing, talking about old times. • Talking about philosophy or religion. • Doing a project in my own way. • Watching the sky, clouds, or a storm. • Finishing a project or task. • Going to lectures or hearing speakers. • Playing checkers or chess. • Reading cartoons or comic books. • Hearing a good sermon. • Learning to do something new. • Being in a sporty or expensive car. • Having coffee, tea, coke, etc., with friends. • Listening to the sounds of nature. • Protesting social or political issues. • Being in the country. • Thinking about good things in my future. • Being with parents. • Throwing a party or gathering. • Going to yard sales or auctions.
• Discussing children/ grandchildren.
• Building or watching a fire. • Doing “odd jobs” around the house. • Going to an amusement park, circus, zoo. • Boating (canoeing, motor- boating, sailing). • Researching something of interest. • Canning, freezing, making preserves. • Doing things with children. • Getting a change of scenery. • Putting on makeup or fixing my hair. • Doing artwork or making sculptures. • Eating good or healthy meals. • Expressing my love to someone. • Working with others as a team. • Buying something for family. • Gathering natural objects (rocks, driftwood). • Feeling the presence of God. • Going to a barber or beautician. • Playing soccer, hockey, or lacrosse. • Seeing something good happen to someone.
• Shaving. • Hiking. • Dancing. • Laughing. • Meditating. • Swimming. • Doodling. • Traveling. • Bicycling.
• Golfing. • Bowling.
• Shopping. • Relaxing. • Eating. • Drawing. • Driving. • Cheering. • Designing. • Surfing. • Coaching. • Smiling.
• Climbing. • Typing. • Skiing. • Painting. • Creating. • Planting. • Performing. • Stretching.
• Camping. • Collecting. • Spontaneity.
• Fishing. • Writing
• Reading. • Cycling. • Budgeting. • Praying.
• Talking. • Kicking.
• Sewing. • Acting.
• Taking a shower. • Painting a room. • Taking a nap. • Walking a pet. • Brushing your hair. • Playing cards. • Taking a walk. • Playing basketball. • Sleeping late. • Repairing things. • Seeing old friends.
• Looking at maps. • Taking photos. • Making lists. • Snow skiing. • Being with family. • Sitting outside. • Playing with pets. • Practicing yoga. • Singing in a group. • Visiting others. • Playing tennis.
• Being in the city. • Making snacks. • Looking at photos. • Birdwatching. • Playing football. • Volunteering. • Walking barefoot. • Being with friends. • Doing a good job. • Daydreaming.
• Giving gifts. • Helping someone. • Beachcombing. • Playing ping pong. • Horseback riding. • Hearing jokes. • Writing in a diary. • Adopting pets. • Riding on a train. • Being with others.
Note : Adapted from http://www.dbtselfhelp.com/html/er_handout_8.html
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