How To Stop Freaking Out

A useful ten step guide to ceasing the freaking.

10. Just let it all out.

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Okay, so you're freaking out for some reason - maybe you didn't get that job you wanted, maybe your crush completely blanked you today, or maybe Community got cancelled again! But, it's okay to just break down a little. Just let it out!

9. Try to compose yourself a little.

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Now that you've gotten (most) of the crying out of the way, try to compose yourself a little. We won't be able to fix whatever's wrong if we can't hear you through your blubbering and gasping, after all.

8. Consider the situation at hand.

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Is it really as bad as you first thought?

7. If it is as bad as you originally thought (or even worse) then maybe just cry for a little longer.

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If not, you can feel free to skip this step - well done! You're doing better already!

6. Now let's talk it out.

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There's no need to keep it all bottled up. Let someone know how you feel. Come on, let it all go ..

5. Almost there, just keep those emotions flowing.

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Make sure you're talking it through with someone who really cares about you - you'll need them around for the next step too.

4. Now, hug it out with that kind and caring soul you call your BFF.

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That's it! Their shoulder is your shoulder now.

3. Feeling a little better now?

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Good.

2. Wipe those few remaining tears away.

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You won't feel good until you look good, after all.

1. And give yourself and your emotions a round of applause.

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You did good!

You took that problem and worked through it, and now you can go about your day as perfect as ever.