If - Then Planning: Manage High Risk Situations

If-Then Planning—also known as Implementation Intentions—is an evidence-based strategy for navigating challenging moments. By creating a clear bridge between a trigger and a specific action, you reduce "decision fatigue" in high-pressure environments. This tool helps you define: 'If this specific challenge occurs, then I will take this specific action.' It is a core component of the relapse prevention strategies found in The Wagon.