Explore

Managing Emotions in Times of Uncertainty & Stress

Approx. 10 hours to complete

Save Course

Go to Course

Course Summary

Learn how to manage your emotions, uncertainty, and stress with this course. Discover unorthodox and lesser-known advice that can help you deal with challenging situations in life.

Key Learning Points

Understand the science behind emotions and how they impact our well-being
Learn strategies to cope with uncertainty and change
Discover techniques to manage stress and improve your mental health

Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have

Mental Health Counselor
- USA: $46,240 - $78,920
- India: ₹1,56,000 - ₹6,00,000
- Spain: €18,000 - €40,000
Wellness Coach
- USA: $30,000 - $86,000
- India: ₹2,00,000 - ₹6,00,000
- Spain: €20,000 - €40,000
Human Resources Manager
- USA: $65,000 - $144,000
- India: ₹7,00,000 - ₹18,00,000
- Spain: €30,000 - €60,000

Learning Outcomes

Develop a better understanding of your emotions and how they impact your well-being
Learn practical strategies to manage stress and cope with uncertainty
Improve your mental health and overall quality of life

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

No prior knowledge or experience required
A willingness to learn and apply the concepts taught in the course

Course Difficulty Level

Beginner

Course Format

Self-paced
Online
Video lectures
Assignments and quizzes

Similar Courses

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
Positive Psychology: Martin E.P. Seligman’s Visionary Science
The Science of Well-Being

Related Education Paths

Notable People in This Field

Research Professor
Positive Psychology Researcher

Related Books

Description

Developed by the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, Managing Emotions in Times of Uncertainty & Stress will provide participants with the knowledge, skills, and strategies to understand and manage their emotions and those of their students. The 10-hour online course is designed for school staff, including teachers, paraprofessionals, counselors, principals, and non-teaching staff in preK-12 schools.

Knowledge

Educate school staff in the science and impact of stress
Provide school staff with the opportunity to build and apply social and emotional skills and strategies
Offer strategies for helping students to identify and manage their emotions
Provide resources and ideas that are relevant during this time of heightened stress and uncertainty

Outline

Introduction to SEL and Why Emotions Matter
Course Welcome from Dr. Marc Brackett
How We're Feeling and How SEL Can Help
Why Emotions Matter: Attention
Why Emotions Matter: Decision Making
Why Emotions Matter: Relationships
Why Emotions Matter: Physical and Mental Health
Why Emotions Matter: Creativity
Introduction and Logistics
Important Step: Research Survey
SEL and Emotions
Why Emotions Matter
Why Emotions and SEL Matter Now
Action Planning Pitstop
Additional Articles and Resources
Looking Ahead
Reflection: How Are You Feeling?
Why Emotions Matter

Identifying Our Emotions
Mood Meter Overview
Differences in Understanding Emotions
The Impact of Our Emotions on Our Students
Reflection: Feelings Quote
How Are You Feeling?
Emotions are Information
Identifying Our Emotions Using the Mood Meter
Emotion Words: Let’s Get Specific
Action Planning Pitstop
Additional Articles and Resources
Looking Ahead
Practice: Plot Yourself on the Mood Meter
Practice: Differentiating between Closely Related Emotions

Managing Our Own Emotions with Action Strategies
Making Sense of How We Feel
Introduction to Healthy Emotion Management
Breathing: A Helpful Strategy
Having a Plan
Managing Our Emotions
Strategies for Managing Emotions
Reflection: How Do You Want To Feel?
Managing Emotions in Helpful Ways
Unhelpful Action Strategies
Helpful Action Strategies
Healthy Emotion Management
Healthy Eating
Engaging in Physical Activity
Getting Sleep
Touch
Connecting with Others
Doing What You Like
Healthy Strategies Take Effort!
Action Planning Pitstop
Additional Articles and Resources
Looking Ahead
Unhelpful vs. Helpful Action Strategies

Managing Emotions by Shifting How We Think
Introduction to Thought Strategies
Positive Self-Talk
Positive Reframing
What is Mindfulness?
Introduction: Reflection
Quote Explanation
Other Strategies
Compartmentalize
Focus on Gratitude
Find Passion and Purpose
Savor the Good
Mindfulness
Mid-Course Evaluation
Action Planning Pitstop
Additional Articles and Resources
Looking Ahead
Defining Thought Strategies

Becoming a Culturally Responsive Emotion Scientist
Defining an Emotion Scientist
Barriers to Becoming a Culturally Responsive Emotion Scientist
Dr. Mahzarin R. Banaji: Blindspot-Hidden Biases of Good People
Diversity and Inclusion in Leadership
Introduction: Our "Emotion Education"
Our "Emotion Education"
Strategies for Shifting Our Mindset
Enhancing Our Self-Awareness and Education
Have Conversations Across Differences
Stay Present and Use Active Listening
Be a Bridge, Not a Barrier
Consider the Difference Between Intent and Impact
Acknowledging Biases and Perspective Taking
Acknowledge Our Own Biases
Get to Know Each Other's Stories
Focus on Perspective Taking
Use Our Feelings as an Impetus for Change
Diversity and Inclusion in Leadership
Working with Students
Working with Students as Emotion Scientists
Action Planning Pitstop
Additional Articles and Resources
Looking Ahead
Reflection: Perspective Taking and Biases

Identifying Others' Emotions
Understanding Others' Feelings
What Differences are Harder to Bridge?
Behavior Doesn't Equal Emotion
Introduction: Reflection
Identifying Others' Feelings
Identifying Emotions in Children and Adolescents
Becoming More Accurate at Identifying Emotions
How To Get Better at Reading Others' Feelings
Reading Feelings as an Emotion Scientist
Observe Where They Are on the Mood Meter
Observe for Repeated Patterns and Themes
Learn Their Stories
Ways to Inquire About Feelings
Practice Learning About Others' Feelings
Action Planning Pitstop
Additional Articles and Resources
Looking Ahead
How Well Do We Know Our Students?

Helping Others Manage Emotions
Emotion Co-Regulation
Step 1: Managing Your Emotions
Step 2: Helping the Student with Their Emotions
Step 3: Brainstorm and Strategize
Step 4: Close the Conversation
Step 5: Follow Up
Mood-Congruent Instruction
Building A "Culture of Care" In Schools
Introduction
Supporting Students in Moments of Activation
A Five-Step Guide to Managing Stressful Moments
Applying the Five Steps to Your Life
Other Kinds of Co-Regulation
Focusing on What We Can Change
What We Can Change
Action Planning Pitstop
Additional Articles and Resources
Looking Ahead
Reflection
Applying the Five Steps

Making a Commitment to Lasting Change
RULER Overview
Closing Thoughts from Dr. Marc Brackett
Putting It All Together
What's Your Plan?
Systemic Social and Emotional Learning
The RULER Approach
Review Key Concepts
Getting Involved
Current YCEI Research Projects
Spreading the Word
Post-Course Research Study
Post-Course Evaluation
Additional Articles and Resources
Thank You!
In Closing...It's Time for an Emotion Revolution!
Reflection: Envisioning the Change
Review Key Concepts

Summary of User Reviews

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

The course provides practical techniques and relatable examples that users found helpful.

Pros from User Reviews

The course is well-structured and easy to follow.
The instructor is engaging and knowledgeable.
The course covers a wide range of topics related to managing emotions, uncertainty, and stress.
The course provides practical techniques that can be applied in daily life.

Cons from User Reviews

Some users found the course to be repetitive.
Some users felt that the course lacked depth in certain areas.
The course may not be suitable for those looking for a more in-depth exploration of the topic.
Some users felt that the course was too basic.
The course could benefit from more interactive elements.

Recommended for you

50 Courses in 1: Online Business & Digital Marketing Updated

340+ Lectures, 70+ Hrs. with Bonuses: Everything you will ever need to truly start your First Online Business and beyond “Never Done Before: 50 Courses Bundled In One...

Save Course