Ep. 12 DBT Skills: Emotion Regulation — What Makes Regulation Hard + a Roadmap for Understanding

In Part 2 of Emotion Regulation, Meredith takes us through the different elements of emotion regulation, including biological, environmental and cognitive factors that influence our ability to manage emotions effectively. We also share a roadmap and practical insights to better understand and work with our emotional responses.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Emotion Regulation00:59 Understanding Emotional Sensitivity03:26 The Role of Environment in Emotion Regulation06:02 Lack of Skills and Emotional Models08:30 Mood and Energy Levels in Regulation11:14 High Arousal and Emotional Overload13:56 Myths Surrounding Emotions16:18 The Model for Describing Emotions22:17 Understanding Emotional Prompting and Interpretation25:20 The Cycle of Emotions and Action Urges28:29 Vulnerability Factors in Emotional Regulation30:49 Building a Foundation for Emotion Regulation34:13 The Importance of Awareness in Emotional Responses38:53 Judgment and Self-Reflection in Emotional UnderstandingReferences:https://www.theonpointpractice.com/theskillspodcastDBT Skills Training Manual, Second Edition, Marsha M. Linehan https://www.guilford.com/books/DBT-Skills-Training-Manual/Marsha-Linehan/9781462556359Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your physician, therapist, or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding your health or wellbeing.Connect with Meredith & Faith:Visit The Skills Podcast WEBSITE: https://www.theonpointpractice.com/theskillspodcastVisit the BLOG: https://www.theonpointpractice.com/blogFollow On Point Practice on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/onpointpractice/Follow The Skills Podcast on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/theskillspodcast/ Connect with Meredith on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredithmeyerlmft/Connect with Faith on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/faith-meyer/