Introduction
What You Will Learn
What emotions are from a biological, psychological and philosophical perspective
The evolutionary purpose of emotion
The difference between emotional regulation and emotional processing
Barriers or blocks that can keep us stuck in reactivity or avoidance
A psychological 7-step framework for processing your emotions
How to recognise the difference between expressing your emotions and acting out
Skills that develop emotional tolerance, resilience and insight over time
How to recognise when emotional processing isn’t enough
How to respond to emotion without self-sabotage or other unhelpful defences
A pathway for reflection, containment and integration
How to approach emotional growth in a way that is sustainable, psychologically rigorous, and respectful of the messy reality of the human experience