Also tied in with hope is predictability. A great deal of trauma and shock can be tolerated and overcome if it is predictable. In conclusion, then, a crisis is a disruption of a person's steady state of existence by a disturbing situation. Furthermore, it will help us to vent these emotions into nondestructive channels. A crisis can be a catalyst that shakes up old habits and forces us to chart new ways.
Positive responses can strengthen our potential for a rewarding life and enrich our personality.
It is when we have reached the stage of acceptance of the crisis experience that faith develops and growth follows. A new lifestyle is within our grasp. Then consider the stressful effect of these changes and evaluate your responses as positive or negative. If you can, you are on your way. Identify your emotional needs and then set a goal for yourself.