Worried about how you handled the event?

It is common for people to feel guilty, embarrassed, or concerned about how they felt or acted during a traumatic event. This may even be something you think about often, or replay in your mind, wishing you could make different choices. 

On the following pages, you will learn about some common negative thoughts that people have when thinking about their trauma.  We also want to point out some ways you could put a positive spin on things.