What is this workshop about?
Our emotions are a fundamental part of who we are and how we connect with others. How we manage these emotions reveals much about ourselves. While we all experience a range of emotions and strive to handle them effectively - even if we are sometimes unsuccessful - emotional intelligence is key to navigating complex emotionally charges circumstances. Emotions are integral to the human experience, and they significantly influence our decisions and responses to various situations. Therefore, developing emotional intelligence can lead to improved mental health and more fulfilling relationships.
In this workshop, we will dive into the concept of emotional intelligence, exploring what it entails and how it impacts our daily lives. We will examine different types of emotions and their effects and focus on the importance of emotional regulation. Through this exploration, we will discuss various strategies and practices to enhance emotional awareness and better manage emotional challenges.
What we’ll talk about
1. Let’s think about emotions!
a. Emotions vs. feelings
b. What do our emotions do for us?
2. Emotional intelligence
a. Responding vs reacting
b. The 5 components of emotional intelligence
3. Let’s learn to regulate our emotions