I used to be a walking emotional time bomb, always ready to explode at the slightest trigger. My emotions ruled my life, leaving me feeling exhausted and out of control. I know firsthand how it feels to be reactive, to let your emotions dictate your actions and reactions. But here’s the truth: being emotionally reactive doesn’t get you what you want. In fact, it often pushes people and opportunities away.
Learning how to decrease emotional reactivity was a game changer for me. I discovered that by reducing my emotional reactivity, I became calmer, more grounded, and more in control of my life. If you’ve ever wondered how to not be reactive in stressful situations, or how to stop being reactive when your emotions are high, you’re in the right place. I’m going to share the exact steps I took to figure out how to be less reactive and finally become the captain of my own ship. Ready to take back control? Let’s dive in.