Make a list of the negative emotions you typically experience the most when things go wrong. Maybe it’s anger. Perhaps it’s despair. Or maybe you feel guilty, apathetic, or embarrassed. Whatever the case, write them down. Now, think carefully about each emotion you’ve identified on your list. Write a short note next to it that describes how it affects your behavior. For example, feeling angry might cause you to lash out at others. Feeling embarrassed may cause you to retreat mentally, which in turn hampers your ability to take action. Finally, write a short note next to each negative emotion
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