[header] How to distract yourself [title] Know that distraction can be an unhealthy response. [step] Distraction is a mechanism used to avoid dealing with difficulties and feelings in our lives. Some distractions that are considered unhealthy include eating junk food when stressed or turning to alcohol or drugs. 
For example, if you have an anger management problem, you might turn to drugs to handle your overwhelming feelings. [title] Acknowledge the feeling that you're having.