1. Recognize when you are in reaction, then
2. Know that you are in reaction, then
3. Take responsibility for your reaction, then
4. Pause, then
5. Pause, then
6. Pause some more, then
7. Ask yourself, “What do I need in this moment?”
8. Slow everything down
9. When you hear yourself criticizing or complaining about someone (including you), ask yourself, “What do I really want in this moment?”
10. Practice receiving
11. Practice gratitude
12. Trust your body—it’s designed to help you release stress (laughter, tears, shaking, blinking, sleep, exercise)
13. Breathe fully
14. Share eye contact with someone
15. Look out the window or step outside
16. Maintain a nurturing spiritual practice
17. Celebrate
18. Keep your dre










