Negative emotions can quickly spread across your team, dampening or even destroying morale. Therefore, it’s vital that principals remain alert for signs of anger, frustration, or similar negative moods among their staff.

Liann Davey is internationally known as the “team doctor” for her successful work with Fortune 500 companies. In this article, she shares six steps to counteract negative emotions. Learning how to interrupt the flow of emotions by introducing more constructive narratives that support action (rather than perpetuating anxiety) is a critical skill for today’s leaders, and these tips can help you create a more positive and more effective team.