Finding Mastery with Dr. Michael Gervais Manage Your Emotions So They Don’t Manage You | Dr. Ethan Kross
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Mar 24, 2025 
Dr. Ethan Kross, a leading expert on emotion and self-control and professor at the University of Michigan, shares groundbreaking insights on managing emotions. He explains the science behind emotional regulation and self-efficacy, emphasizing the power of emotional literacy. The conversation explores techniques like distanced self-talk and mental time travel for navigating challenges. Kross also discusses how environments influence feelings and offers tools for athletes to manage their emotions effectively. This engaging talk reshapes our understanding of emotional mastery.
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Emotions vs. Feelings
- Emotions are responses to meaningful experiences, acting like software programs.
- Feelings are the conscious awareness of emotions, similar to feeling the fever during an illness.
Gender and Emotions
- Men and women share more emotional similarities than differences.
- Women are more prone to internalizing issues, while men externalize, but emotional tools work for both.
Emotional Control
- Accept that some emotions are automatic and beyond our initial control.
- Focus on controlling the trajectory of the emotional response once triggered.
