Controlling emotional regulation means managing your emotions in a healthy, constructive way—so they don’t control you or damage your relationships. It doesn't mean suppressing emotions, but understanding, expressing, and responding to them wisely. Here's how to build emotional regulation skills:
1.Understand Your Emotions
Name the emotion:
Are you angry, disappointed, anxious, overwhelmed?
Identify triggers:
What caused this feeling? Is it internal self-talk, thoughts or external a person, event?
Notice body cues: Emotions often show up physically (e.g., clenched fists, tight chest).
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2 Pause Before Reacting
Use the "STOP" technique.
Stop.
Take a breath.
Observe your thoughts and feelings.
Proceed mindfully.
Even a 10-second pause can prevent impulsive reactions.
3.Practice Healthy Coping Skills
Breathing exercises: Deep, slow breaths signal calm to the brain.
Grounding techniques: 5-4-3-2-1 senses trick, cold water on hands, or focus on surroundings.
Exercise: Releases emotional tension and boosts mood.
Creative outlets: Journaling, drawing, music, etc.
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4 Use Mindfulness & Meditation
Stay present with your feelings without judgment.
Even 5–10 minutes a day of mindful breathing or guided meditation improves emotional regulation over time.
5. Get Support When Needed
Talk to a therapist, coach, or trusted person.
take Therapy (DBT) or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)—both are great for emotional regulation.
Identifying the areas that you want to work on to better your quality of life is already the first step in the right direction. Please feel free to reach out on Practo to book a session and identify goals/triggers.
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Start journaling. It will help to have that information when you work on identifying triggers and patterns.
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