Showcase Magazine Summer 2025 - Flipbook - Page 10
PERSONAL
DEVELOPMENT
Managing Emotions
Managing stress and emotions is a learned skill that some develop as a child by observing
caregivers. However, if this wasn’t taught in childhood, it can be difficult to know where to begin.
Unmanaged emotions can negatively affect behaviour, relationships, and mental health,
increasing the risk of anxiety, depression, and relationship breakdowns. Fortunately, it’s never
too late to learn.
Noticing Emotions
The first step to managing
emotions is understanding
them. It is important to check
in on yourself throughout the
day and take note of how you
are feeling.
Identify Triggers
Concentrate on your body
and how it reacts to certain
situations. This will allow you
to spot signs that you may be
emotionally triggered.
Write Down Feelings
Keep a journal to process
difficult feelings and begin to
let them go. This create a safe
space to explore what’s
weighing on your mind.
Naming Emotions
By voicing your emotions
with yourself or others, you
are acknowledging
them which helps to bring
understanding and
acceptance.
Show Self-Compassion
Treat yourself how you
would treat a friend and be
kind to yourself. Take care
of your body through
exercise, eating healthily
and practicing mindfulness.
Use Positive Affirmations:
Positive affirmations help to
alter negative thinking
patterns and acknowledge
negative feelings. This
practice helps shift your
mindset.
If managing emotions feels overwhelming, seeking support from mental health
professionals or trusted organisations, such as Samaritans or NHS Every Mind Matters,
can provide valuable information and guidance.
This article links to the Emotional Intelligence feature published in the Spring Showcase
Magazine in 2024, which explores the foundational role of emotional intelligence in
personal and professional development.
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