I’ve been studying emotional intelligence, the ability to understand and manage emotions, for several years. In doing so, I learned some important lessons. One of the most important lessons is this: ...

Unfortunately, one of the most significant things ever said about emotion may be that everyone knows what it is until they are asked to define it. —Joseph LeDoux Being humans, we are experiencing ...

In the 2001 film "Tortilla Soup," an argument between three sisters culminates in one smashing a plate on the kitchen floor. The abrupt, surprising action is an example of what psychology scholars ...

Do you want to step off the emotional breakdown hamster wheel? Take the wheel of emotions out for a spin. Many people come to therapy seeking support when they’re struggling with intense emotions or ...