Managing stress in our everyday lives is a matter of slowing down, tuning in to our bodies and focusing on deep breaths Focus on breathing deeply to relieve stress. Photo: Getty We’ve all heard that good mental health is about our own emotional regulation — but who knows what that really means? Emotional regulation is actually our human superpower — the bedrock of our well-being, self-esteem, and resilience. It’s a way of being that means we can navigate the ups and downs of life without becoming overwhelmed — we can still be standing tall as the waves crash over us.
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