Raising Good Humans How to Actually Handle Feelings with Dr. Marc Brackett
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Sep 19, 2025 
Join Dr. Marc Brackett, Director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and author, as he delves into emotion regulation. He introduces his PRIME framework and the transformative Meta-Moment technique, which helps individuals pause and align with their values. The conversation highlights the importance of adult co-regulation, strategies for kids during high-stress situations, and the concept of 'positive empathy' to cherish joyful moments. Discover practical tools to foster emotional intelligence in both adults and children.
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Book Born From Pandemic Need
- Marc Brackett wrote Dealing With Feeling after the pandemic revealed people lacked practical regulation tools.
- He surveyed thousands and combined existing science into a practical guide.
Emotion Regulation Reframed
- Emotion regulation is using feelings wisely to achieve goals rather than suppressing them.
- Marc Brackett defines regulation as the thoughts and actions to prevent, reduce, initiate, maintain, or enhance emotions.
Regulation Is Foundational
- Emotion regulation is one of the most important skills parents can teach themselves and kids.
- High achievement on paper doesn't prevent widespread anxiety and depression without emotional skills.
