BLUF
Little 'just in case' anxiety moments can accumulate into harmful cycles when safety behaviours, like repeated checking, provide temporary relief but reinforce worry. Recognising and resisting these urges prevents compulsion and supports emotional regulation.Learning outcomes:
- Identify how anticipatory anxiety may affect decision-making under stress.
- Develop training to distinguish realistic risk from psychological overload.
- Foster self-awareness strategies for mental agility in high-pressure ADF operations.
