Emotion Regulation – Psychology Today

Emotion regulation is the ability to exert control over one’s own emotional state. It may involve behaviors such as rethinking a challenging situation to reduce anger or anxiety, hiding visible signs of sadness or fear, or focusing on reasons to feel happy or calm. This article talks about how we can control our emotions and why emotion regulation matters.

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