One of the building blocks of skillful use of Emotional Intelligence is the Emotional Management of one's self.
For many it's easier said than done. Here's a way for you to manage your emotions smarter in the moment. Stop - pause before reacting, create a pattern interrupt from what would be an inuitive reaction (not always the best reaction though!) Oxygenate - rest and digest what just happened instead of "fight or flight". Taking a deep breath or lengthening your breath at that moment can have more of a positive impact on how you react than you may realize Strengthen Appreciation - it's true that the brain cannot experience fear and gratitude at the same time. Gratitude release counter chemistry and using humor can help gain perspective. This is the case in many situations where people use humor to break an awkward moment or tense mood. Seek Information - seek first from self and then from others; seek first to understand and only after that to be understood. If someone feels a threat or perceived threat, reflect on the Rule of 6. Is the threat big or small? Will it matter in... ...6 months ...6 weeks ...6 days ...6 hours ...6 minutes or ...6 seconds Kind of puts it into perspective, doesn't it? Www.ihhp.org
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