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[[File:Emotional intelligence.png|thumbnail|350px|right|The five components of [[emotional intelligence]] are: [[self-awareness]], [[self-regulation]], [[motivation]], [[empathy]], and [[Interpersonal skills|social skills]].<ref>[https://www.mbaknol.com/modern-management-concepts/domains-of-emotional-intelligence/ Domains of Emotional Intelligence], MBA Knowledge Base</ref>]]
'''Emotional health''', frequently  called emotional well-being, "refers to how a person thinks and feels, including their ability to cope with life events, their sense of well-being, and how they acknowledge and manage their own [[emotion]]s and those of others. It's about having the [[skill]]s to navigate challenges, [[Interpersonal relations|maintain healthy relationships]], and feel good about oneself. Emotional health is a core part of overall mental health and well-being."<ref>[https://www.google.com/search?q=emotional+health&oq=emotional+health+&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIHCAEQABiABDIHCAIQABiABDIHCAMQABiABDIHCAQQABiABDIGCAUQRRg8MgYIBhBFGDwyBggHEC4YQNIBCDM4ODVqMGoxqAIAsAIA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Emotional health]</ref>

== Emotional intelligence ==

''See also:'' [[Emotional intelligence]]

[[Emotional intelligence]] (EI) "refers to the ability to perceive, control and evaluate emotions."<ref>[http://psychology.about.com/od/personalitydevelopment/a/emotionalintell.htm Emotional intelligence]</ref>

The five components of [[emotion]]al intelligence are: [[self-awareness]], [[self-regulation]], [[motivation]], [[empathy]], and [[Interpersonal skills|social skills]].<ref>[https://www.mbaknol.com/modern-management-concepts/domains-of-emotional-intelligence/ Domains of Emotional Intelligence], MBA Knowledge Base</ref>

== Emotional regulation ==

''See also:'' [[Emotional regulation]] 

[[Emotional regulation]] refers to the mental processes by which individuals influence which [[emotion]]s they have, when they have them, and how they personally experience and express these emotions. It's a core aspect of [[emotional intelligence]] and mental health, enabling people to adapt to situations, maintain personal and business relationships, and achieve their personal [[Goal setting|goals]].<ref>[https://grok.com/share/c2hhcmQtNA%3D%3D_3bd517c1-3fba-4adc-9fa1-5675b61a9576 What is emotional regulation?]</ref>

== Emotional stability ==

''See also:'' [[Emotional stability]]

[[Emotional stability]] refers to an individual's ability to manage and express their [[emotion]]s in a healthy, constructive and appropriate way, even when faced with [[stress]]ful or [[comfort zone|challenging situations]] (See: [[Emotional intelligence]] and [[Self-regulation]] and [[Stress management]]). It's about maintaining a sense of inner emotional balance and composure, rather than merely suppressing or denying their emotions (See also: [[Mindfulness (Psychology)|Mindfulness]]). People who are very emotionally stable tend to engage in [[self-reflection]] regularly and to have [[self-awareness]] so they are better able to exercise [[self-control]].

Emotional composure "refers to the ability to remain calm, collected, and in control of one's emotions, especially during stressful or challenging situations. It's not about suppressing emotions, but rather about managing them effectively and responding thoughtfully instead of [[Impulsivity|impulsively]]."<ref>
*[https://www.google.com/search?q=emtional+composure&sca_esv=3be05775e303ceb9&sxsrf=AE3TifPlpIM8k70HClR0zkKEAXW2T-90lA%3A1755359332100&ei=ZKigaJb0BcuP0PEPs7LhKQ&ved=0ahUKEwiWtsWL14-PAxXLBzQIHTNZOAUQ4dUDCBA&uact=5&oq=emtional+composure&gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiEmVtdGlvbmFsIGNvbXBvc3VyZTIHEAAYgAQYDTIHEAAYgAQYDTIHEAAYgAQYDTIHEAAYgAQYDTIGEAAYDRgeMgYQABgNGB4yBhAAGA0YHjIIEAAYBRgNGB4yCBAAGAgYDRgeMgsQABiABBiGAxiKBUiiIlCODliKHXABeACQAQCYAZkBoAHICaoBBDAuMTC4AQPIAQD4AQGYAgmgApgIwgIKEAAYsAMY1gQYR8ICDRAAGIAEGLADGEMYigXCAgYQABgHGB7CAgwQIxiwAhgnGEYY-QHCAgoQLhiABBjlBBgNwgIKEAAYgAQYsQMYDcICJBAAGLACGEYY-QEYlwUYjAUY3QQYRhj5ARj0Axj1Axj2A9gBAcICCBAAGIAEGKIEwgIFEAAY7wWYAwCIBgGQBgq6BgYIARABGBOSBwMxLjigB9xJsgcDMC44uAeSCMIHBzAuMS43LjHIBys&sclient=gws-wiz-serp Emotional composure]
*[https://www.act.org/content/dam/act/unsecured/documents/2021/SEL-Maintaining-Composure.pdf Maintaining composure] 
*[https://archive.ph/ce5Ph#selection-2993.0-2993.58 7 Ways Leaders Maintain Their Composure in Difficult Times], Forbes, 2014
*[https://hbr.org/2023/07/how-to-regain-your-composure-in-stressful-situations How to Regain Your Composure in Stressful Situations], Harvard Business Review, 2023
*[https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/emotional-composure-silent-superpower-great-leaders-joseph-guilmette-yflte/ Emotional Composure Is the Silent Superpower of Great Leaders]
*[https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/trust-yourself/202502/how-to-maintain-your-composure-at-work How to Maintain Your Composure at Work] by Melody Wilding, LMSW</ref>

"Emotional stability, self-reflection, self-awareness, and self-control are interconnected aspects of emotional intelligence, [[personal development]], and well-being. They involve understanding one's own emotions, regulating responses, and adapting to situations. Developing these skills can lead to improved relationships, better [[Decision making|decision-making]], and increased overall well-being."<ref>
*[https://www.google.com/search?q=emotional+stability+and+self-reflection+and+self-awareness+and+self-control.&oq=emotional+stability+and+self-reflection+and+self-awareness+and+self-control.&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIGCAEQLhhA0gEJMzQ4NDdqMGoxqAIAsAIA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Emotional stability and self-reflection and self-awareness and self-control]
*[https://ggie.berkeley.edu/my-well-being/sel-for-adults-self-awareness-and-self-management/ SEL for Adults: Self-Awareness and Self-Management], Great Good in Education
*[https://www.verywellmind.com/components-of-emotional-intelligence-27954385 Key Emotional Intelligence Skills], VeryWellMind.com
*[https://www.leggup.com/articles/moving-from-self-awareness-to-self-control Moving from Self-Awareness to Self-Control]
*[https://positivepsychology.com/self-awareness-matters-how-you-can-be-more-self-aware/ What Is Self-Awareness? (+5 Ways to Be More Self-Aware)] by Courtney E. Ackerman, MA.</ref>

Individuals with emotional stability tend to be [[Mental toughness|mentally tough]], [[Psychological resilience|psychologically resilient]], [[Cognitive flexibility|adaptable]], and able to handle life's ups and downs with a more optimal, balanced, constructive, positive and [[Rational thinking|realistic perspective]] (See: [[Mindset]] and [[Attitude (psychology)|Attitude]] and [[Positive thinking]] and [[Peak performance]] and [[Flow state]]).<ref>[https://www.google.com/search?q=emotional+stability&oq=emotional+stability&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyCQgAEEUYORiABDIHCAEQABiABDIHCAIQABiABDIHCAMQABiABDIHCAQQABiABDIHCAUQABiABDIHCAYQABiABDIHCAcQABiABDIHCAgQABiABDIGCAkQLhhA0gEINzY1NWowajGoAgCwAgA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Emotional stability]</ref>

== Emotional conflict ==
[[File:Emotions - 3.svg.png|thumbnail|right|500px|Examples of basic emotions]]
''See also:'' [[Emotional conflict]]

[[Emotional conflict]] occurs when a person experiences two (or more) opposing [[emotion]]s/feelings at the same time, and those opposing feelings are pulling them in different directions.

== Neuroticism ==

''See also:'' [[Neuroticism]]

According to Medical News Today, [[Neuroticism]] is a long-term tendency to be in a negative (For example, [[anger]], sadness, [[depression]], [[self-doubt]] and [[jealousy]]<ref>[https://psychcentral.com/health/all-about-neuroticism What is neuroticism?], Psych Central</ref>) or [[anxiety|anxious]] [[emotion|emotional]] state. It is not a medical condition but a [[personality]] trait. People often confuse this with [[neurosis]]."<ref>[https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/246608 Neuroses and neuroticism: What's the difference?], Medical News Today</ref>

Neuroticism is one of the [[Big Five personality traits]].

== Journal article ==

*[https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10104995/ Emotional Well-Being: What It Is and Why It Matters], ''Affective Science''. 2022 Nov 15;4(1):10–20. doi: 10.1007/s42761-022-00163-0

== Book ==

*''[[Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy]]'' by Dr. David D. Burns, MD. William Morrow. ‎ April 6, 1999

== See also ==

*[[Emotion-focused coping]]
*[[Emotional detachment]]
*[[Self-regulation]]
*[[Health]]
*[[Mind and body]]

== External links ==

*[https://www.webmd.com/balance/what-to-know-about-emotional-health What to Know About Emotional Health], WebMD
*[https://www.talkspace.com/blog/emotional-health-definition/ Your Guide to Understanding Emotional Health], Ashley Ertel, LCSW, BCD
*[https://www.cdc.gov/emotional-well-being/about/index.html About Emotional Well-Being], [[Center for Disease Control]]
*[https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/emotional-wellbeing#:~:text=Summary,reviewed%20on%20April%2027%2C%202022 What is emotional health and well-being?], Medical News Today
*[https://www.bu.edu/studentwellbeing/what-is-wellbeing/emotional-wellbeing/#:~:text=Emotional%20wellbeing%20is%20about%20recognizing,with%20me%20wherever%20I%20go. Emotional Wellbeing], Boston University
*[https://www.betterup.com/blog/what-is-emotional-well-being What is emotional well-being? 8 ways to improve your mental health]
*[https://www.nih.gov/health-information/your-healthiest-self-wellness-toolkits/emotional-wellness-toolkit/emotional-wellness-toolkit-more-resources Emotional Wellness Toolkit], National Institute for Health
*[https://chatgpt.com/share/68a3b6dd-9150-8003-9cd4-da9e24bcb467 How to attain optimal emotional well-being], AI

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