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src="https://wellness.healthysteps4u.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/AdobeStock_55147503-1024x278.jpeg" alt="" width="810" height="220" srcset="https://wellness.healthysteps4u.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/AdobeStock_55147503-1024x278.jpeg 1024w, https://wellness.healthysteps4u.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/AdobeStock_55147503-240x65.jpeg 240w, https://wellness.healthysteps4u.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/AdobeStock_55147503-768x209.jpeg 768w, https://wellness.healthysteps4u.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/AdobeStock_55147503-1536x417.jpeg 1536w, https://wellness.healthysteps4u.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/AdobeStock_55147503-2048x556.jpeg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 810px) 100vw, 810px" /></center></p> <p> </p> <h5>Healthy Habit – Seriously Fun. Track 5 out of 7 days</h5> <p>Did you choose to step away and calm your emotions, when needed? Learn a simple tool that can help you regain a sense of calm when experiencing strong emotions.</p> <p><a href="https://wellness.healthysteps4u.org" alt="Login to your wellness account">Login to your wellness account</a> on <em><strong>December 9 -15</strong></em> and join the Health Habit Challenge!</p> <h3> </h3> <h3>Why it matters?</h3> <p>Emotional states are temporary, but the outcome of our words and actions in the heat of the moment can last a lifetime. It’s hard to think clearly when our emotions are in the driver’s seat. This week, we will learn the importance of stepping away to calm our emotions before reacting to a stressful situation. Taking a moment of pause can help you:</p> <ul> <li>Increase awareness of your feelings and needs in the moment.</li> <li>Decrease the intensity of your emotions so that you can think more clearly about the situation.</li> <li>Improve your communication skills.</li> <li>Respond to stressful situations with more clarity.</li> </ul> <p>The goal isn’t to make your emotions go away, rather, it is to handle intense emotions in a more positive and intentional way.</p> <h3>Tips to experience positive changes to your wellbeing. </h3> <div class="p-pdf_iframe__page" aria-label="Page 1" data-page-number="1"> <div class="textLayer"> <div class="p-pdf_iframe__page" aria-label="Page 1" data-page-number="1"> <p><em><strong>Monday</strong></em></p> <p>The next time you experience intense emotions, try deep breathing. Focusing on your breath can help calm your mind and body.</p> <p> <em><strong>Tuesday</strong></em><br /> If possible, remove yourself physically from the environment that is causing strong emotions. A change in scenery can help you think more clearly.</p> <p> <em><strong>Wednesday</strong></em></p> <p>Add a little humor and focus on something positive. Watch a funny video or look at a photo that makes you smile.</p> <p> <em><strong>Thursday</strong></em><br /> Take a moment to write down what you are feeling and why. Putting your emotions on paper can be an effective way to process them.</p> <p><em><strong>Friday</strong></em><br /> Engage your senses and shift your focus to the present moment. Identify 3 things you can see, 3 things you can hear and 3 things you can touch.</p> <p> <em><strong>Saturday</strong></em></p> <p>Have a calming phrase ready for stressful situations. Something as simple as “This too shall pass” or “Everything will be ok.”</p> <p> <em><strong>Sunday</strong></em></p> <p>Turn on music. Listening to relaxing songs and sounds can improve your mood and create a calm atmosphere.</p> </div> <div aria-label="Page 1" data-page-number="1"> </div> <div aria-label="Page 1" data-page-number="1"> </div> <div class="p-pdf_iframe__page" aria-label="Page 1" data-page-number="1"><strong>Sources:</strong></div> <div aria-label="Page 1" data-page-number="1"> </div> </div> </div> <div> <p>Cassata, C. (2023, July). <em>How to control your emotions when they are running high. </em>VeryWellMind. <a href="https://www.verywellmind.com/how-to-control-your-emotions-7553728" alt="https://www.verywellmind.com/how-to-control-your-emotions-7553728">https://www.verywellmind.com/how-to-control-your-emotions-7553728</a></p> <p>Davis, T. (2023, December). <em>How to control your emotions when they are out of control. </em>Psychology Today. <a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/click-here-for-happiness/201810/how-to-control-your-emotions-when-they-are-out-of-control" alt="https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/click-here-for-happiness/201810/how-to-control-your-emotions-when-they-are-out-of-control">https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/click-here-for-happiness/201810/how-to-control-your-emotions-when-they-are-out-of-control</a></p> <p>Lebow, H.I. (2022, April). <em>6 ways to manage your emotions and improve your mood. </em>PsychCentral. <a href="https://psychcentral.com/health/ways-to-manage-your-emotions" alt="https://psychcentral.com/health/ways-to-manage-your-emotions">https://psychcentral.com/health/ways-to-manage-your-emotions</a></p> <p>Raypole, C. 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