This article, an excerpt from the book "Emotional First Aid" by American psychologist Dr. Guy Winch, offers practical strategies for managing common emotional injuries. The text highlights that just as physical ailments require treatment, psychological distress from experiences like rejection, loneliness, loss, guilt, failure, and low self-esteem also needs intervention. Dr. Winch, a clinical psychologist and author, provides specific "therapies" for each emotional challenge, emphasizing the importance of actively addressing these issues rather than letting them fester. The overarching message is that individuals can learn techniques to prevent emotional problems from worsening and to promote their own psychological well-being.