How do you discipline your emotions?

A five-step Emotional Discipline process helps readers identify the cause of emotional upset; focus on their body to analyze what they are feeling; focus on their mind, identifying thoughts and the beliefs that are driving them; and choose and apply an emotional discipline strategy.

What are the 4 ways to deal with emotions properly?

Here are some pointers to get you started.

• Take a look at the impact of your emotions. Intense emotions aren’t all bad.
• Aim for regulation, not repression.
• Identify what you’re feeling.
• Accept your emotions — all of them.
• Keep a mood journal.
• Take a deep breath.
• Know when to express yourself.
• Give yourself some space.

What is emotional self-discipline?

Emotional self-control is the ability to manage disturbing emotions and remain effective, even in stressful situations. Notice that I said “manage,” which is different from suppressing emotions.

How do I get rid of negative emotions?

How to deal with negative emotions

1. Don’t blow things out of proportion by going over them time and again in your mind.
2. Try to be reasonable – accept that bad feelings are occasionally unavoidable and think of ways to make yourself feel better.
3. Relax – use pleasant activities like reading, walking or talking to a friend.

Is there a better way to discipline?

But why take the risk, when there are better ways to discipline? The better way to approach discipline is in a loving, proactive way. Teach the rules ahead of time, rather than waiting for your child to break them and reacting then — and be as positive and empowering as you can.

What is the foundation of effective discipline?

The foundation of effective discipline is respect. The child should be able to respect the parent’s authority and also the rights of others. Inconsistency in applying discipline will not help a child respect his or her parents. Harsh discipline such as humiliation (verbal abuse, shouting,…

What are some examples of Positive Discipline examples?

Here’s an example: A 6-year-old refuses to do his homework. A parent using positive discipline might sit down with the child and say, “I know your teacher wants you to get your math paper done tonight and you don’t want to do it. What can we do to get that paper done so you’ll be able to show Mrs. Smith that you got all your homework done on time?”

How do you discipline a child who is misbehaving?

Watch for times when misbehavior has a pattern, like if your child is feeling jealous. Talk with your child about this rather than just giving consequences. Give them your attention. The most powerful tool for effective discipline is attention—to reinforce good behaviors and discourage others.