Managing Emotions During Times of Uncertainty and Stress

Instructor Introduction

• Mark Brackett: Professor at Yale University, Director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, Author of Permission to Feel
• Co-instructors: Diana Devacea, Nikki Albertson, Jessica Hoffman, Susan Riello, and Robin Stern

Course Overview

• Focus: Managing emotions and stress during uncertainty
• Emotional Impact: Emotions affect:
  • Attention
  • Memory
  • Learning
  • Decision-making
  • Relationships
  • Physical and mental health
  • Creativity
  • Academic and workplace performance

Course Objectives

• Science of Emotions:
  • Understanding neurobiology and psychology of stress
  • Developing skills for personal and others' well-being
• Skills Development:
  • Advanced emotion vocabulary
  • Evidence-based strategies for health and wellness
• Supporting Others: Helping others, especially students, label and manage emotions
• Personal Action Plans: Opportunities to apply skills in everyday life

Acknowledgments

• Gratitude to:
  • Scientists and practitioners involved in the course
  • Colleagues and participants for contributing to a healthier, equitable, and compassionate society

Course Structure

• First Half:
  • Focus on individual emotional skills development
• Second Half:
  • Focus on supporting others in emotional management

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This course aims to equip participants with the tools to handle emotions and stress effectively and foster a supportive environment for others.