Emotional
Self-Management:

e·mo·tion·al self-man·age·ment

 

/əˈmōSH(ə)nəl/ /ˌselfˈmanəjmənt/

noun

The ability to understand one’s own emotions, thoughts, and values and how they influence behavior across contexts.

Sean Casey, 12 year MLB Veteran, discusses tools he uses to manage his emotions.

Leadership in the
Clubhouse 2024

Controlling emotions is a Superpower

Related Vocabulary

control (noun) a response to some treatment, situation, or stimulus

reaction (noun) talk or thoughts directed at oneself

self-talk (verb) to work upon; to treat with care

manage (verb) hopeful and confident about the future

mindfulness (noun) a significant or major effect

Self-Management Classroom Activity

At the end of this lesson, students will be able to:

  • Identify things they can and cannot control
  • Develop emotional literacy

Additionally, these clips offer further insight into strengthening emotional self-management:

Finn in Leadership in the Classroom 2023

Staying Opitmistic

Maya in Leadership in the Digital World 2024

Taking Control

Aaron in Leadership in the Clubhouse 2021

Focusing on the next pitch

Axel Perez in Leadership in the Classroom 2024

Make space for Yourself