I need a physical way to stop my brain when I start to spiral. I have one of those dumb livestrong bracelets. When my head starts to go on and on about things I don't want it to, i start snapping on my wrist. Over and over while saying "STOP". It works!
The It gives me a second to breath and intentionally change directions. Back to where I want it to be : grattitude, friends, work, my to do list, weekend plans, or new hobbies.
I just needed a physical way to STOP the metaphorical propeller from spinning and it works.