5 Exercises to Help You Stay in Control of Your Emotions

Plus, 9 Questions to Ask Your Partner About Who You Are as a Husband [Fatherly_Seahorse]( One of the most important lessons for kids to learn is how to understand and deal with their emotions. But here’s the rub: You can only model the correct behavior if you’re able to deal with your emotions in a healthy way. When you can keep your emotions in check — read: feel them and interrogate them, but also not let them run rampant — everyone is happier and healthier. SELF [11Article1]( [5 Exercises to Help You Stay in Control of Your Emotions]( When you can keep their emotions in check — read: feel them and interrogate them, but also not let them run rampant — [everyone is happier and healthier.]( [READ THE STORY]( TIPS AND TRICKS About to Lose Your Cool? Enlist Your Senses Using your five senses is another simple-but-impactful way to remind your nervous system that, despite the surrounding stressors, your body doesn’t need to fire on all cylinders. Molly Dutter-Ansari, PhD, an assistant professor at Bradley University’s Online Masters of Counseling Program, says engaging each of your five senses can bring your body back to the present moment, where it’s easier to see reality for what it is (and make logical decisions instead of freaking out). She suggests a simple exercise where you name one thing you can see, smell, touch, taste, and hear. Take a second or two and engage each sense. While you’re at it, take a few deep breaths. As you become more aware of your surroundings, your body should get the message that the situation’s not as dire as you thought — and you’ll find it easier to talk yourself out of the stress. [Here's some more advice on what to do when you’re about to lose your cool.]( FURTHER READING - [This is How to Stop an Intense Argument From Spinning Out of Control]( - ​​​​​[How to Control Your Anger with Kids: 8 Things to Keep in Mind]( - [Is Your Anger an Issue? Here’s How to Tell]( - [6 Ways to Deal with Anger, Without Letting It Out]( LISTEN UP [11Article2]( [‘Finding Raffi’ Tells the Full Story of the World’s Greatest Kids’ Musician]( Since 1980, parents and children around the world have been singing along to the brilliant and beautiful music of Raffi Cavoukian. And now, the whole story of his journey is the subject of a [new podcast from iHeartRadio and Fatherly.]( [READ THE STORY]( RELATIONSHIPS [11Article3]( [9 Questions to Ask Your Partner About Who You Are as a Husband]( The only way to truly see yourself in your relationship is [to ask for your partner's honest opinion.]( [READ THE STORY]( TIPS AND TRICKS A Smart Question to Ask Your Partner The Question: “Can you tell from my behavior how important you are to me?” Why?: Couples get into a groove, but that also can be a rut. “The brain doesn’t process familiarity. It only processes novelty,” says Steve Stosny, a relationship expert and author, who adds that this question is a pure wakeup call. It says, ‘You are important to me, and I need to show that. It starts a dialogue.’ FURTHER READING - [Is Your Marriage Just a Pact to Die Together?]( - ​​​​​[23 Damn Good Pieces of Marriage Advice All Couples Need to Read]( - [The Marriage Advice That Never Fails to Help Me]( STYLE [11Article4]( [The Best Men’s Peacoats to Wear: 7 Options for Every Budget]( The oh-so-reliable wool coat has long been a staple of stylish men. These seven modern versions [keep the tradition alive.]( [BUY NOW]( TALK TO US Have a question? Comment? Want to tell us a no-good terrible story? Or a helpful parenting tip? We want to hear from you (and yes, we may publish your response in an article or forthcoming newsletter). Send your thoughts to [hello@fatherly.com](mailto:hello@fatherly.com?subject=Fatherly%20Newsletter%20Feedback). [FATHERLY_LOGO]( [FB]( [IG]( [Twitter]( [View this email in your browser]( 315 Park Ave. South New York, NY 10010 You can [manage your preferences or unsubscribe]( here. Copyright © 2022 BDG Media, Inc. All rights reserved. [Link](