psychologytoday: 4 ways to become more emotionally self-aware

When there are so many emotions that can be experienced throughout one’s lifetime and at one moment, it can be hard to be aware of what exactly it is that one feels. This article equips readers with 4 steps to become more emotionally self-aware, including learning more about one’s emotional state of being and emotional environment, being mindful, and taking control through action.

Keywords: Emotional Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Wellbeing

“Being self-aware is at the heart of emotional intelligence. Emotional self-awareness is the ability to identify and understand our emotions and their impact on our thoughts, behaviors, and others. 

In my book Stress Wisely, I write about how emotions are a multiplex mosaic that shapes the lens through which we see the world. When we tune into this insight into our internal world, when we meet all the feelings with curiosity and compassion, we can find inner strength and resolve that will serve us well.”

Emotional self-aware can be like a learnable skill, something you can practice and get better at. Many feels these may be innate abilities people are born with, but genetic sometime may only take you so far, if it is something you wish to value, then it is something you may take control in.

URL: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/everyday-resilience/202404/4-ways-to-become-more-emotionally-self-aware

psychcentral : do you know how to manage your emotions and why it matters?

Have you ever felt overwhelmed? Have you experienced a negative event which resulted in unshakable negative emotions? Emotion regulation is a skill that can be learned to help manage emotions. This can be helpful in difficult times and also on a daily basis. This article presents a digestible overview of emotion regulation:

Keywords: Emotion Regulation, Emotion Dysregulation, Skills, Emotional Intelligence

“Emotional regulation is the ability to recognize, manage, and respond to your emotions.

When you don’t know how to regulate emotions, these can get a hold of you and impact the way you relate to yourself, others, and the world in general.

Emotional dysregulation refers to experiencing difficulty when trying to diffuse or manage strong emotions, particularly those considered negative like anger, frustration, and jealousy.

When emotions impact your overall quality of life, relationships, or performance at work or school, you may want to explore healthy ways to cope.”

In the end, why is emotional regulation important? To refer from the article, it helps you feel balanced and in control during challenging situations, it helps protect your valued connections, helps you express your needs when needed, it teaches you to not have to always take things personally.

URL: https://psychcentral.com/health/emotional-regulation

healing collective therapy: the power of communication in a relationship

"Are you okay?" "ya i'm good", and many times the conversation ends there, either a repressed condition of fear to open up, or situationally just don't want to talk. Either way is alright, the point is to communicate your needs to the ones who cares about you. This article brings light to what matters in communication, whether it is verbal, non-verbal, context, or subtext, we communicate to understand each other, even when we don't want to there are ways discussed in this article to express yourself healthily:

Keywords: Communication, Relationships, Trust, Conflicts, Feelings, Boundaries

"The power of communication in a relationship is the backbone of any successful relationship

Without effective communication, relationships will never reach their highest potential . A long-lasting and fulfilling relationship is built on a solid foundation of communication.

Good communication involves both partners sharing their thoughts and feelings openly and honestly. It involves the ability to be vulnerable. It also means being curious about your partner and listening to them by being present, without interruption or judgment.

Couples who communicate effectively are more likely to understand and respect each other's needs and boundaries. They are also better equipped to resolve conflicts constructively and healthily. "

To listen is to respect, to ask questions is to be curious, and to be patient is to trust. Having conflicts a lot of the time is honesty(not criticism, blaming, or aggression). These are all important attentions to detail, to show that you care. Sometimes not just your partner but also friends and family, show gratitude with reciprocation.

URL: https://healingcollectivetherapy.com/resources/power-of-communication-in-a-relationship