Each person will react differently to the same problem. We suggest that you observe how you tend to react.
Some reactions are unhelpful and ineffective in that they are exaggerated and can make the situation worse. Others are effective in that they allow solutions to be found.
There are different ways of reacting to a problem.
Perception of the problem
Ineffective
Effective
Reaction
Catastrophic
Normalizing
Thoughts
Unhelpful
Helpful
Example
“That’s it, I’m screwed.”
“It’s hard, but it’ll be okay.”
