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Regulation -- NOT as in Laws or Rules... But as in Regulation of Energy... Between two people.
"Emotional regulation refers to the processes individuals use to manage and respond to their emotional experiences in appropriate and adaptive ways. It involves strategies to amplify, maintain, or decrease one’s emotional responses, allowing for healthier expression and management of emotions. This can include both conscious and unconscious techniques, and it plays a crucial role in coping with stress and maintaining emotional balance." (Source.)
And naturally, our Behavior and our Thinking and our Behavior are tied to our Emotions.
-- Dysregulation -- When someone is at a point no longer compensating for their typical, normal regulation of their thinking, perception, emotions and behavior.
-- Regulation is when we can handle various types of situations without freaking out.
-- Freaking often happens when someone is Dysregulated.
-- A Trigger can make someone Freak Out and Dysregulated.
What can one do in such a case where their partner Dysregulates or when they Dysregulate? (These are two completely different types of situations).
Emotional Dysregulation: "behavior when emotionally disregulated:
Individuals experiencing emotional dysregulation may exhibit a range of behaviors that are out of proportion to the situation. These behaviors can include:
Becoming easily frustrated by small inconveniences or annoyances.
Mood swings that can be sudden and intense.
Impulsive behavior, such as acting without thinking about the consequences.
Difficulty with emotions interfering with goal pursuit and achieving desired outcomes.
Prone to losing temper, with persistent irritability or anger between outbursts.
These behaviors can disrupt daily functioning, relationships, and overall well-being. It is important to recognize these signs and seek support to manage emotional dysregulation effectively. (Source.)
clevelandclinic.org
YET, the goal is Emotional Regulation which is:
"Emotional regulation refers to the processes individuals use to manage and respond to their emotional experiences in appropriate and adaptive ways. It involves strategies to amplify, maintain, or decrease one’s emotional responses, allowing for healthier expression and management of emotions. This can include both conscious and unconscious techniques, and it plays a crucial role in coping with stress and maintaining emotional balance." (Source.)
As stated before: -- Regulation is when we can handle various types of situations without freaking out. Such as an argument, a break-up, an incredible surprise like a nice piece of jewelry as a gift or a proposal.
Co-Regulation -- This is the normal state for a Healthy Couple -- When the couple can handle conflict and wonderful moments without a crisis.
Co-Escalation -- When it's probably gonna eventually end up in a crisis.
Co-Dysregulation -- When both parties become Dysregulated and things just get way out of control, and quite possibly end up in Co-Escalation.
Co-Llaboration -- (Collaboration) -- What is a Cooperative Process, or Sharing Ideas, Thoughts, Solutions, Energy, Losses and Responsbility.
Hopefully Collaboration can lead back to Co-Regulation.
It's kind of like the Flower with the Pollen and the Bee -- A Collaborative Process:
"the bee takes the pollen from flower to flower
"Bees are essential for the pollination process, which is vital for plant reproduction. They collect pollen from flowers by landing on them and brushing against the anthers, which are the male reproductive parts. This contact causes the pollen grains to adhere to the bee's body, allowing them to transfer pollen from flower to flower. The bees then fly back to their colonies, where they regurgitate the nectar and pollen, creating honey. This honey is stored and used by the bees for their own sustenance and to feed their young. The process of pollination is crucial for the survival of many plant species and the continuation of biodiversity."
If I am emotionally Dysregulated -- Then what happens to my thinking?
"What is Emotional Dysregulation?
Emotional dysregulation refers to difficulty managing emotions effectively. This can manifest as:
Intense emotional reactions: Experiencing emotions very strongly, either positive or negative.
Difficulty recovering from emotional distress: Getting stuck in a negative mood or taking a long time to return to baseline.
Impulsive or risky behaviors: Reacting to emotions without thinking, leading to negative consequences.
Difficulty identifying and labeling emotions: Struggling to understand what emotions are being felt." (Source.)
And what happens to my behavior?
DBT And Emotional Regulation:
"How DBT Helps with Emotional Dysregulation
DBT is designed to help individuals develop skills to manage emotions, cope with distress, and improve interpersonal relationships. It focuses on:
Mindfulness: Paying attention to the present moment without judgment.
Distress Tolerance: Learning to cope with difficult situations without making them worse.
Emotion Regulation: Identifying, understanding, and managing emotions effectively.
Interpersonal Effectiveness: Improving communication and relationship skills." (Source.)
Video on Emotional Dysregulation and DBT 1
Video on Emotional Regulation and DBT -- Check the Facts
Video on Emotional Dysregulation and DBT 2
Video on Emotional Dysregulation and DBT 3 -- Check the Facts
ANOTHER TAKE ON DBT: "Emotions are helpful and important. They communicate information to us about our environment and our experience. Goals of Emotional Regulation include: naming and understanding our own emotions, decrease the frequency of unpleasant emotions, decrease our vulnerability to emotions, and decrease emotional suffering." (Per Bruce Lipton)
More from Bruce Lipton: "There are about six primary or basic emotions that most of us are born with. We are born with the potential or the biological readiness to experience the emotions. These basic emotions include: fear, sorrow, joy, interest (curiosity), guilt/shame, and disgust. Emotions are signals that help us develop healthy relationships with others."
"Emotions are natural and normal. They are biologically wired. We need them in order to survive. They motivate and organize us for action. They communicate our needs to ourselves and to others. They help us understand our environment and the people with whom we have contact."
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