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Cope Ahead

(Teacher) Rehearse peace before the moment needs it. (Teacher) Describe what might be hard; name the feelings. (Inner) I see the scene; I feel the flutter — I can breathe. (Teacher) Decide your skills; write them like bedtime promises. (Inner) I will pause, breathe, and speak kindly to myself. (Chorus – both) Cope ahead, my friend — plan the calm before it starts. Cope ahead, my friend — tomorrow will thank you. (Teacher) Imagine it now: your voice steady, hands sure. (Inner) I can hear my calm voice; I’m ready. (Bridge – whispered) After rehearsal, rest. Let the body learn the tone of peace. (Inner) I breathe out the worry; I breathe in what I practiced. (Chorus – repeat) Cope ahead, my friend — tomorrow will thank you.