Emotional self-regulation

Regulating emotions can thought of as being a skill.

Think of the behavior-cognition-emotion model.

We have the least direct control over our emotions, we have more control over our thoughts. We have the most control over our behaviors.

Our thoughts and behaviors influence our emotions. We can strategically influence our emotions be changing our behaviors and thoughts.

Discussion questions

• What are the benefits of disseminating information related to effective emotional regulation?

See also

• Self-regulation
• Emotional self-regulation: What is self-regulation, why is it important, and how can it be developed? (Book chapter, 2013)
• Emotional regulation through meditation: How can meditation help with emotional regulation (Book chapter, 2014)
• Emotional self-regulation (Wikipedia)