keel

You’re very even keel on the surface, so the fact that you say that is also kind of surprising.

One of the keys to Betts’ success: an even keel that sometimes frustrates fans who want every player on their team to be as visibly frustrated as they are.

"But there are no grey areas. She doesn't run and go crazy, she's not too low, she just keeps that even keel."

“I feel fine; I’ll probably keel over after I hang up the phone,” he joked.

Maintaining a sense of normalcy — when it is safe to do so — helps kids stay on an even keel.