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Handling Disappointment

Everyone feels disappointed sometimes, such as when a plan falls through. Naming how you feel, talking to someone and trying again can help you cope.

๐Ÿ’ก Fun fact

Disappointment can be a useful signal that something mattered to you.

All about Handling Disappointment

Everyone feels disappointed sometimes, for example when a plan falls through. Naming your feelings, talking to someone and trying again can help you cope.

Disappointment often shows that something mattered to you.

Disappointment is a normal feeling.

After the first disappointment passes, think about what you can learn or what you can try next time. Remembering that feelings change can help you look forward to new chances.

๐ŸŽฎ Try it yourself!

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Real-life uses of Handling Disappointment

  • Coping with losing a game
  • Dealing with cancelled plans
  • Building resilience

Frequently asked questions about Handling Disappointment

What helps when you feel disappointed?

Talking about it and trying again.

What does disappointment show?

That something mattered to you.