Emotional Reguatlion. Deciding when and how to feel and express our emotions
Emotional Regulation: d eciding when and how to feel and express our emotions The ability to recognize, understand, and manage your emotions in a way that helps you respond effectively to life’s challenges is extremely important. Struggling with this can show up as intense reactions, feeling overwhelmed, or difficulty bouncing back after stressful situations. Emotional dysregulation can be caused by: Stress and everyday life pressures Past trauma or adverse experiences Chronic anxiety or depression Emotional regulation does not mean ignoring or suppressing feelings. It means understanding them and responding in healthy, balanced ways. Some strategies to help regulate emotions include: Pausing to breathe before reacting Identifying and labeling what you are feeling Challenging unhelpful thoughts Practicing self-compassion Working with a therapist can help you uncover triggers, build t...