Instructions
This week's Reflection Questions include the following:
- After reading the Chapter 9 reading: What are 3 statements/facts/concepts about emotion that you have not considered before? Why is understanding emotion so important in our relationships? How might you become more emotionally "agile" (this concept is discussed in our chapter).
- View TED Talk by Susan David "The Gift and Power of Emotional Courage" and address the questions noted.
Answers should be written in paragraph format. I am interested in your own thoughts and ideas. Consider including connections to course material to further justify your points.
According to TED Talk's, "Psychologist Susan David shares how the way we deal with our emotions shapes everything that matters: our actions, careers, relationships, health and happiness. In this deeply moving, humorous and potentially life-changing talk, she challenges a culture that prizes positivity over emotional truth and discusses the powerful strategies of emotional agility. A talk to share."
REFLECTION QUESTION(S):
- How might you use the information noted by David to improve your own emotional courage?
- In your opinion and own words - why are emotions such a critical part of quality relationships? AND How might you can use this information to improve your own relationships (personal, professional, social, etc)?