get a grip (on yourself)
US /ɡɛt ə ɡrɪp (ɒn jʊərˈsɛlf)/
UK /ɡɛt ə ɡrɪp (ɒn jʊərˈsɛlf)/
1.
to make an effort to control your emotions and behave more calmly
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Come on, get a grip on yourself! There's no need to cry.
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She needs to get a grip and stop panicking about the exam.