As infants, our emotional expression is our primary mode of communication: Crying when we are distressed or laughing and smiling when we are happy. We tend to become upset (e.g., angry, sad, or ...

We need to manage and control our emotions better–and by better, I mean by not managing and controlling, but by utilizing and exercising them. “I need to control my emotions” is oft-spoken self-talk ...

Leaders are often expected to control emotions, embody assertiveness, detachment, and autonomy, and be results-driven and resilient in highly stressful situations. However, this approach sometimes ...

Negative emotions, while unpleasant, can also have productive functions. Fear motivates us to engage in either fight or flight in response to a threat or predator. Negative emotions like jealousy, for ...

You know that feeling when everything hits you at once and your emotional thermostat just breaks? One minute you’re handling life like a reasonable adult, and the next minute you’re either crying in a ...

There are times when my emotions really get in my way. When I perform on stage, fear of failure makes my heart race and throat clench. Or when a friend says something hurtful to me, I can’t stop ...

Managing your emotions doesn’t mean suppressing them—it means understanding what you’re feeling, where it’s coming from, and how to respond without letting your reactions run the show. It’s one of ...

People who can delay gratification and master their impulses thrive in life. And experts say that you can learn skills to rein in bad habits. By Christina Caron We tend to respect and even idolize ...

For recognizing people's emotions, facial expressions do play an important role. However, they are not the only crucial factor. A person's facial expression provides crucial information for us to ...

How do you know if someone has high emotional intelligence, according to Adam Grant? They never use the phrase, ‘You made me feel.’ Real EQ, the star psychologist explained on a recent episode of his ...

A conversation with Michigan Ross’s Lindy Greer and Christina Bradley on handling uncomfortable situations. Many managers don’t know what to say when a team member appears angry, frustrated, or sad.