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When you are feeling overwhelmed or about to be overwhelmed by an emotional reaction, try the following (this is developed from the Davisville Middle School STAR program – if it works for kids, it can work for grown-ups).
Stop |
listen to what is happening (within you and around you). |
Think |
how are you really feeling? – recognise your automatic reactions. What's really important about this situation and your reactions? |
Anticipate |
how would you like the situation to turn out? Which of your reactions need to be expressed? |
Respond |
choose how to turn your reactions into a response. Choose the right words, tone of voice and body posture. |
