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• Method 2 of 3: How to pull yourself together
• Method 3 of 3: How to Feel Safe
• Tips

1 Distract yourself with interesting activities. If you're worried about being alone at home, it's best to keep yourself busy. Stop taking the situation as a burden and take advantage of the situation when the whole house is at your disposal. You can do what you love and not disturb anyone.

• Think about entertainment devices. Watch what you want on TV or play video games on your computer.
• If you live in a private home and usually do not have the opportunity to listen to music loudly, then now is the time to catch up.
• Think of other activities you can do alone. It may be that your home is usually too noisy to read books. Use the peace and quiet of an empty house and read something interesting.

2 Call a friend or relative. If you're worried, call your loved one.This will make you feel less lonely and can talk to a friend or relative. Think about who you can call if you are alone and scared.

• You can warn the person in advance that you will call him if you are afraid. In this case, the person will be waiting for your call.
• Call the person you haven't spoken to in a long time. If you haven't spoken to your grandmother for several weeks, now is the right time to call.
• If you don't like talking on the phone, you can always make a call on the Internet. Making a video call using a service like Skype can help you forget about loneliness.

3 Do something useful. If you have chores around the house, focus on work to distract yourself from the thought that you are alone at home. Think about what tasks you have been putting off for a long time. Instead of thinking about worry and loneliness, put all your energy into solving a specific problem.

• If you have homework or work to do, then get down to business. Silence will help you focus better.
• You can also do household chores. Many people calm down when they wash the dishes.

4 Get exercise. Exercise can help you distract yourself and release tension. If you're alone at home and you're worried, exercise can help you cope with your anxiety.

• Use any available exercise equipment and sports equipment. You can also do push-ups, squats, or jogging in place.
• Take a break if you catch your breath. There is no need to overload your body, especially when you are alone at home.

Method 2 of 3: How to pull yourself together

1. 1 Recognize that consciousness is playing games with you. When a person is worried, consciousness often begins to spiral out of control. For example, in the event of a strange noise, the brain immediately draws the worst-case scenario. Remember that your excitement is exaggerated. Try to assess the situation soberly and keep your thoughts under control.
   • In moments of anxiety, the brain is able to make a person believe in the most illogical things. Almost all of them are not true. If you're worried, think to yourself, "It's just that my brain is playing games with me."
   • Many are frightened by strange sounds when no one else is in the house. If you hear a strange noise, try to find a logical explanation and do not rush to think that strangers have climbed into your home. For example, think like this: “It seems to me that there are strangers in the house, but this is just excessive anxiety. I remember that I closed all the locks. Surely it was just a cat that turned over some object. "
2. 2 Question worried thoughts. When you're home alone, doubt every thought that doesn't make sense to you. Were you intimidated by a specific scenario that played out in your head? Stop and ask yourself, "Is it true, what can happen to me when I'm at home?"
   • For example, excitement can intensify when it gets dark outside the window. Perhaps thoughts like, "I'm so scared that it seems like my heart is going to stop right now."
   • Stop and question this idea. Think: “Can my heart really stop? What's the worst-case scenario that could actually happen? "
   • In fact, you know perfectly well that your heart will not stop with excitement. Just tell yourself, “The worst thing that can happen is that I’ll sit and fear for a few more hours. It is unpleasant, but nothing will happen to me from excitement. "
3. 3 Breathe deeply. Breathing helps relieve tension and feel firm ground under your feet. If you are alone at home and are worried, do a simple breathing exercise to calm down and return to reality.
   • Breathe in through your nose. Direct the air flow so that the diaphragm rises and the chest remains calm. Hold your breath for four counts.
   • Exhale through your mouth. Try to exhale for seven seconds.
   • Repeat the exercise several times. You will soon feel a surge of calm.
4. 4 Present a calming scenario. In moments of excitement, imagination can really play out in earnest. Don't let thoughts scare you. Channel your imagination in a different direction. Provide a calming scenario if your thoughts return to disturbing ideas.
   • In moments of excitement, embark on a mental journey. Imagine that you are in a calm and relaxed place.
   • For example, imagine yourself on the beach. Use all your senses. What do you see, feel, taste now? Close your eyes and imagine this picture until you regain control.

Method 3 of 3: How to Feel Safe

1. 1 Tell your neighbor that you will be alone at home. It will be easier for you to relax by letting people know that you are alone at home. So you will feel that you can ask for help at any time in case of emergency.
   • Tell your neighbors that you will be home alone. Ask politely if you can reach them if needed.
   • You can also ask the parents to notify the neighbors.
2. 2 Lock all doors and windows. People find it easier to relax when they feel safe. When you are alone, go around the house and make sure all doors and windows are closed. This check will allow you to think less about intruders.
3. 3 Remember the emergency phone numbers. When a person is ready for any situation, he is less likely to experience a feeling of fear. Make sure you have all the phone numbers you need in case of emergency. Since 2013, a single emergency number 112 has been used in Russia. If you need to call the police, firefighters or other emergency services, use other specialized numbers.
4. 4 Make a contingency plan. A plan will make you feel safe. The likelihood of accidents is very low, but discuss with your parents or roommates a plan for dealing with problems.
   • Consider who to call if intruders have entered your home, and choose a place to hide. If you feel better this way, conduct family safety drills and practice how to respond appropriately to unforeseen circumstances.

Tips

• If you decide to play a game or watch a movie to calm yourself, then do not choose horror films, otherwise your anxiety may increase.
• If you're feeling sad or scared, start texting with a friend or relative.
• Install an alarm in your home to make you feel safe.
• Use earplugs to block out excess noise that scares you.
• If you have pets, try petting them to calm down.