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Alternate rebellion

Rebel in ways that don’t hurt you or derail your goals.

When to use it

When a destructive urge is really about rebelling against rules, authority, or boredom.

Ideas

  • Stay in pajamas all day.
  • Listen to loud music; sing loudly in the car.
  • Wear something you’d never usually wear.
  • Leave your phone at home. Don’t answer email right away.
  • Say no to someone. Ask for what you want. Give an honest answer instead of a polite one.
  • Walk in the rain without an umbrella. Go barefoot.
  • Don’t make the bed. Leave the dishes for later.
  • Ask for time to think before saying yes.
  • Follow your passion instead of the expectation.