Disappointment is hard—but navigating it doesn’t have to be.
This quick-reference guide is a powerful, research-informed tool that helps teens and young adults process tough emotions, reframe self-critical thoughts, and bounce back with confidence. Whether it’s a friendship fallout, a college rejection, or missing out on an opportunity, this guide offers step-by-step support to move from stuck to resilient.
Perfect for:
✓ Teens & college students
✓ Young adults navigating life transitions
✓ Parents, coaches, and therapists supporting emotional development
3 Emotional Stages of Disappointment & What to Do in Each One
Reframing Strategies to Shift Negative Self-Talk
The Phoenix Principle: Turn Setbacks into Strength
Growth Question Framework & Journal Prompts
Comfort Activities, Personal Mantras, and Support Network Mapping
A Sample Resilience Toolkit + When to Seek Extra Support
Printable. Practical. Empowering.
Use it during hard moments—or as a proactive tool to build emotional resilience before the next challenge hits.
Disappointment is hard—but navigating it doesn’t have to be.
This quick-reference guide is a powerful, research-informed tool that helps teens and young adults process tough emotions, reframe self-critical thoughts, and bounce back with confidence. Whether it’s a friendship fallout, a college rejection, or missing out on an opportunity, this guide offers step-by-step support to move from stuck to resilient.
Perfect for:
✓ Teens & college students
✓ Young adults navigating life transitions
✓ Parents, coaches, and therapists supporting emotional development
3 Emotional Stages of Disappointment & What to Do in Each One
Reframing Strategies to Shift Negative Self-Talk
The Phoenix Principle: Turn Setbacks into Strength
Growth Question Framework & Journal Prompts
Comfort Activities, Personal Mantras, and Support Network Mapping
A Sample Resilience Toolkit + When to Seek Extra Support
Printable. Practical. Empowering.
Use it during hard moments—or as a proactive tool to build emotional resilience before the next challenge hits.
