The “Try this” section gives a clear step-by-step prompt for noticing what someone is trying to control, asking whether it is actually within their control, focusing on what they can influence, letting go of what cannot be changed, and taking one small step.
The poster is designed as a gentle mental health and wellbeing visual for adults and teens who may be dealing with anxiety, overthinking, stress, uncertainty, perfectionism or a strong need to manage everything around them. Short statements such as “Not everything is in your control” and “You don’t need to figure everything out” make the message easy to take in at a glance.
Alongside the practical prompts, the page includes reassuring reminders that uncertainty is part of life, letting go can bring relief, and it is okay to talk to someone trusted if things feel too much. The calm illustration, featuring a relaxed red panda in a hammock with plants, books and supportive words such as acceptance, trust, flow, boundaries and peace of mind, adds a warm and non-clinical feel.
Useful for counsellors, social workers, therapists, wellbeing practitioners, teachers, parents and carers, the printable poster can support conversations about control, coping strategies, emotional regulation and acceptance. It may work well as a session handout, a grounding reminder, a classroom wellbeing poster or a simple visual prompt for teens and adults who benefit from brief, practical mental health tools.
The main printable content is a one-page poster. Edita Stiborova is named as the creator.
