Emotions and how to manage them

University life can bring a wide range of emotions, from stress and overwhelm to excitement, frustration, and self-doubt. This workshop provides you with an opportunity to better understand the role emotions play in daily life and how they influence thoughts, behaviors, relationships, and academic functioning. You will learn how to build greater awareness of their emotional experiences and develop practical, evidence-based strategies to manage difficult emotions more effectively in the context of school, work, relationships, and everyday stressors.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the purpose and function of emotions in everyday life
• Explore how emotions influence thoughts, behaviors, and decision-making
• Learn practical skills to reduce emotional vulnerability and manage intense emotions more effectively

Facilitator

Lisa Tomlinson (Counsellor, Psychotherapist)

We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. If you require disability related accommodations, please contact lisa.tomlinson@concordia.ca at least one week before the workshop to allow us time to coordinate your request.