Emotion Regulation Skills - Video 6 - Flashcard Set
What are some ways to calm physiological arousal?
Slowing down breathing or doing a slow, mindful walk
How can lethargy or lack of energy be lifted?
By doing something more active
Why can localized physical sensations be distressing?
Because they can exacerbate negative reactions to emotions
What is the benefit of accepting physical sensations?
They become more tolerable and manageable
Why should we not fight with internal experiences like emotions and body sensations?
Because it only makes them stronger
How can negative reactions to physical sensations affect them?
They can exacerbate them
How can we notice emotions and corresponding body sensations?
Through their ebbs and flows
What can lessen the intensity of uncomfortable physical sensations?
Breathing into them and allowing them to be
What can mindfulness and acceptance do for chronic physical pain?
Reduce subjective pain intensity ratings by an average of forty percent
What is the relationship between accepting uncomfortable physical sensations and emotions?
Accepting uncomfortable physical sensations can lead to a corresponding reduction in the intensity of emotions associated with them
What is the role of physical sensations in experiencing emotions?
Our emotions are experienced through physical sensations in our bodies
How can calming the physical manifestations of our emotions help us?
It can help regulate our emotions
