Planning ahead for situations that trigger negative emotions can help to build resilience and manage reactions.
# Describe a situation that is likely to prompt unpleasant emotions.
A situation that might prompt negative emotions is...
When I encounter...
# Decide what coping or problem-solving skills you want to use in this situation.
> Choose a skill that has been helpful in the past or one you'd like to try.
I want to use...
I will cope by...
# How exactly will you cope with the situation and with your emotions?
I will cope by...
I plan to manage my emotions by...