Before a threat becomes imminent
and
To reduce feelings of stress
Write these Cognitive Workout statements and read them aloud:
I am remaining calm and relaxed.
I am outlining an evacuation plan.
I am thinking through my plan.
I am staying informed of current news alerts.
I am taking sensible measures to protect my house.
I am reminding myself of the proactive steps I am taking.
I am following a clear evacuation plan.
I am saving the things most important to me.
I am clarifying what I’m able to control.
I am controlling what I can.
I am letting go of all things out of my control.
I am remaining calm and relaxed.
I am moving calmly and smoothly through my evacuation plan.
For detailed information regarding Evacuation Planning in the event of a wildfire, click on this SITE.