BLUF

Stable beliefs about the world can reduce distress after hardship. Clear assumptions about safety and meaning can help people hold steady under pressure — even when events feel sudden, unfair, or overwhelming.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand how stable beliefs shape reactions to shock, loss, and high-pressure moments.
  • Apply steady mindset habits to support calm thinking during uncertain or threatening situations.
  • Recognise early signs of harmful thinking and practise reframing to maintain readiness and composure.

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