how do you cope with bad news?

[Ellendra]

I usually go into "emergency management" mode, i.e.: check if everyone's safe for now, make the necessary phone calls, put pressure on the wound (depending on what's needed).

Then, at some point, there will be something I need to say and my throat will close off and my emotional breakdown starts.

[Meredith]

I go on to auto pilot to such an extent that people think I don't care. I can't manage to cry.

[happy place]

tend not to cry execpt when had to put my dog down, all matter of fact its the kindest etc then held her and blubbed like a baby for ages (didn't cry when grand perants died could rationalise that)
usually think it could be worse and being a fireman have seen lots of worse .
so in general just get on with life and help them around you do the same.
drives wifey insane cause she don't understand but then neither do i?