FIRST PERSON

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FIRST PERSON

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When things get out of control

We need to get things back in control

What things would that be?

Number One, first and foremost

We must get control of our emotional reactions

The pounding heart, shallow rapid breath

Racing fragmented thoughts, shaking

But how? How do we get control of these

Physical symptoms of distress?

By controliing our thoughts

We must replace the tsunami of panic

With the gentle tide of reason

Letting useful thoughts wash in slowly, calmly

"All is not lost"

"I can handle this"

"I'm not the first person to deal with this situation"

"I will find a way"

"This is not my fault"

"This can be fixed"

Calm reason washing hypnotically in and out

If this is too hard, find a pal to remind you

Of what a good, worthwhile, competent person you are

And the first person you must love, nurture and respect

Is you

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