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...