Prepare for Difficult Situations
Creating a small chunk of time to mentally gear-up for difficult situations is a proactive step in the right direction.
Writing your thoughts down can be helpful. Make a list of the questions you’d like to ask, the information you need to give, and the answers you’ll likely have to provide.
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