Understanding and Managing Emotions
Teen girl showing her emotions.
"You’re so emotional!"
Haven’t we all felt this way about a friend or a family member, or even about ourselves? It’s true for every person: we are all emotional beings. Having and expressing emotions is what humans do to react to life's daily ups and downs. Managing emotions by expressing them effectively is a key to developing mental and emotional health. Communicating emotions effectively help a person develop healthy relationships and self-esteem. This section will help you learn more about managing emotions appropriately.