KEY MESSAGES

• The way in which we appraise ourselves can influence the emotions we experience.

• It can be helpful to work towards building your own self-efficacy.

• Self-efficacy can be supported in a number of ways including process-oriented thinking, smart goal setting, challenging negative self-beliefs, remembering your positive qualities, and doing positive activities regularly.

• The way we respond in a given situation can change the emotions we experience.

• Be wary of “wildcard responses.” These are responses which may seem like a good idea at the time but may also lead to various negative consequences.