(1) When you catch yourself ruminating, what are some healthier alternatives? (2) What are some strategies for managing harmful impulses? (3) What are some ways to control/minimize emotional hijacking, and avoiding the emotional contagion effect? (4) What are some strategies for preventing or minimizing the cycle of negativity in relationships? (5) What are some ways to gain greater self-awareness about one's triggers and patterns that affect personal mastery and social interactions?