This is such a complex world we live in now, isn’t it? So much going on, so little time to rest and recover. Seems as if we spend most of our time reacting—and so much of the news is bad. Maybe it’s not so tough when the events that arrive on our doorstep are little ones, or they don’t impact us directly and personally. If the events are small enough, usually we can keep it together, resist the stories our mind starts telling us, and move on. If action is needed, we can

Just received shocking news? Had a near-miss—or worse—on the road, or a very tough personal interaction? Here are some simple things you can do that will help right away. Fuller explanations and more detail are available in my blog article Emotional First Aid. I suggest you read that first, if you haven’t already, and then copy and print this shorter list, to remind you to practice these steps until they are fully yours. Priority One: Physical recovery. 1. Breathe. Del