CHAPTER 6

Question 1

It is a subjective state of mind. It can be reactions to internal stimuli (such as thoughts or memories) or events that occur in our environment.

Answer 1

Emotion

Question 2

It is a state of mind that predisposes us to react a certain way.

Answer 2

mood

Question 3

Our emotions are controlled by a group of brain structures called the _______ _______.

Answer 3

Limbic System

Question 4

The _____ ______ releases chemicals which spur on our emotional states. The type of emotion we feel depends on which chemicals have been released.

Answer 4

limbic system

Question 5

For example, the hormone_____allows us to experience feelings of love.

Answer 5

oxytocin

Question 6

Emotions not only reflect our mental states—they also alter our ______ and functioning.

Answer 6

body chemistry

Question 7

For example, when we feel fear, our ______ _______ _______ activates. Our pupils dilate, our heart rate goes up, and we may start sweating

Answer 7

sympathetic nervous system

Question 8

Conversely, our bodily states can also affect our emotions. If you are angry or afraid, you can take deep breaths to activate the _____ _____ ______. This system slows your heart rate and helps you calm down.

Answer 8

parasympathetic nervous system

Question 9

Scientists have discovered that our emotions are often caused by our ______.

Answer 9

thoughts

Question 10

Scientists have found that sometimes your brain can trigger an emotion _________. This means that your brain might notice something in your situation and trigger an emotional reaction, all without you even noticing it.

Answer 10

unconsciously

Question 11

Things that your brain does without you knowing about it.”

Answer 11

“unconscious processes”.

Question 12

it is important
to first decide if your emotions
match the current situation.
Emotional reactions can be
helpful when they happen in the
right situations.

Answer 12

To figure out
how to respond

Question 13

Scientists have found that
_____ _____ ______ (this
means doing what you are scared of) is one of the best ways to make
your fears go away.

Answer 13

approaching your fears

Question 14

Psychologist Robert Plutchik put forth
a “_______ __ ______” that worked
something like the color wheel

Answer 14

wheel of emotions

Question 15

Gaining control over your emotions
will help you become ______ ______.

Answer 15

mentally
stronger

Question 16

Managing your emotions isn’t the
same as _______ them. Ignoring
your sadness or pretending you don’t
feel pain won’t make those emotions
go away.

Answer 16

suppressing

Question 17

In fact, ____ ____ ____ are likely to get worse over
time. And there’s a good chance
suppressing your feelings will cause
you to turn to unhealthy coping
skills–like food or alcohol.

Answer 17

unaddressed emotional
wounds

Question 18

It’s important to ____ ____ ____ while also recognizing that
your emotions don’t have to control
you.

Answer 18

acknowledge your
feelings

Question 19

three ways to gain
better control over your mood:

Put a name your emotions. Keep
in mind you might feel a whole
bunch of emotions at once–like
anxious, frustrated, and
impatient.It can also help
you take careful note of how
those feelings are likely to
affect your decisions.

Answer 19

Label Your Emotions

Question 20

three ways to gain
better control over your mood:

Consider the emotional filter
you’re looking at the world
through. to develop a more
realistic view.

If you find yourself dwelling
on negative things, you may
need to change the channel in
your brain. A quick physical
activity, like going for a walk
or cleaning off your desk, can
help you stop ruminating.

Answer 20

reframe your
thoughts

Question 21

three ways to gain
better control over your mood:

When you’re in a bad mood,
you’re likely to engage in
activities that keep you in that
state of mind. Isolating
yourself, mindlessly scrolling
through your phone, or
complaining to people around
you are just a few of the
typical “go-to bad mood
behaviors” you might indulge
in.

Answer 21

Engage in a Mood
Booster

Question 22

three ways to gain
better control over your mood:

Managing your emotions is tough at
times. And there will likely be a specific
emotion–like anger–that sometimes
gets the best of you.
But the more time and attention you
spend on regulating your emotions,
the mentally stronger you’ll become.
You’ll gain confidence in your ability to
handle discomfort while also knowing
that you can make healthy choices that
shift your mood.

Answer 22

Keep Practicing Your Emotional
Regulation Skills

Question 23

Emotions are not the same
thing as _____

Answer 23

moods.

Question 24

In many cases, a _________ _____
can help individuals control distressing
emotions. In therapy, individuals can learn
how to recognize when feelings are
clouding their judgment and bring those
emotions down to a manageable level

Answer 24

compassionate counselor