Here are some things I might say to you that you might find useful if you’re lost: 1. **Take a deep breath and calm down**: It’s common to feel anxious when you’re lost. Take a few deep breaths and try to calm your heartbeat. This will help you think clearly and make better decisions. 2. **Assess your situation**: Take a moment to observe your surroundings. Try to remember the route you took to get here, or what the last thing you remember seeing was. Do you have food, water, or other items that might be helpful? 3. **Find or create a landmark**: If you’re in a large open area or forest, try to find a prominent landmark like a ridge, a stream, or a distinctive tree. If you don’t have a landmark, create your own by using natural objects, such as stacking rocks upward or breaking off branches to create a trail. 4. **Stay hydrated**: If you have some water, make sure to drink more during the day. Dehydration can worsen symptoms like irritability, dizziness, and decreased judgment. 5. **Travel during the day**: If possible, try to move during the day and find shelter. If you are in the woods, try to head downhill toward water, as this may lead you to civilization. 6. **Stay safe at night**: Find a safe place to stop for the night during the day. Find a sheltered spot near a stream or other water source. If possible, build a fire, but be cautious about fire risk and follow safety guidelines. 7. **Send a signal**: Use any available materials to create a signal fire, smoke signals (during the day), or point a mirror or bare branch at potential rescuers. If you are in an area where someone may see you, make a continuous high and low sound, such as yelling or whistling. 8. **Stay positive and focused**: Don't give up! Volunteers, search parties, and law enforcement will work tirelessly to find you. Stay hopeful and keep working toward finding a way back to civilization. 9. **Protect yourself from extreme weather**: Try to stay safe in extreme weather conditions. Seek shelter when it's raining, shelter from the wind when it's snowing, and shade when the sun is blazing. 10. **Stay visible when seeking help**: If you hear or see potential rescuers, try to be visible. Use bright colors or reflective materials to draw attention to you. Remember, never travel alone and always have at least a basic survival kit (including water, water purification tablets or filters, a first aid kit, a flashlight, and an emergency blanket). If you are forced to wait for a long time for rescue, try to stay comfortable, safe, and patient. Hopefully you will never find yourself in a trapped situation, but it is always better to be prepared.