Psychologia

Autoregulation

Self-regulation is the ability to manage emotions, attention and behavior in accordance with goals and values.

Definition

Autoregulation, or self-regulation, includes recognizing one's own state, managing attention, emotions and impulses, and adapting behavior to goals and values. It is not about full control over what you feel, but about choosing a strategy that allows you to return to action or relationships in a more adequate way.

Key ideas

  1. Świadomość stanu wewnętrznego
  2. Wybór strategii regulacji
  3. Działanie zgodne z długoterminowym celem

Practice and life

Before a difficult task, follow the sequence: breathing, naming emotions, defining a goal, 25 minutes of focused work without distractions.

Common misunderstanding

It is a mistake to expect complete control over your emotions. A common mistake is regulation by avoidance, which helps in the short term but hurts in the long term.

Questions for self-reflection

  • Jak rozpoznaję, że tracę regulację?
  • Która strategia działa u mnie najlepiej w stresie?
  • Jak mogę wrócić do celu po potknięciu?

Sources