Leaders are often expected to control emotions, embody assertiveness, detachment, and autonomy, and be results-driven and resilient in highly stressful situations. However, this approach sometimes ...

Strong emotions are inevitable in a stressful work world. And it can be difficult to control emotions—especially in tense situations at work. Maybe you’ve been so frustrated with a colleague that you ...

Marc Brackett, Ph.D., illuminates the power that lies in the space between stimulus and response in his latest book, 'Dealing with Feeling.' ...

How to interrupt your fight-or-flight response so you can take the heat down in real time. When you’re in the middle of a conflict, it’s common to automatically enter fight-or-flight mode. But HBR ...

A conversation with Michigan Ross’s Lindy Greer and Christina Bradley on handling uncomfortable situations. Many managers don’t know what to say when a team member appears angry, frustrated, or sad.

Managing your emotions doesn’t mean suppressing them—it means understanding what you’re feeling, where it’s coming from, and how to respond without letting your reactions run the show. It’s one of ...

Let's say you've gone through a breakup. You're heartbroken, confused and angry. What do you do with all those feelings? That's up to you. You have the power to "turn the intensity up or down on an ...

As industries evolve and technology reshapes the workplace, many professionals are rethinking their career paths and wondering how to stay ahead. Navigating today’s challenging job market requires a ...

Sometimes you can just change them, the psychologist Ethan Kross argues in his new book, “Shift.” By Jancee Dunn Emotions are a fundamental part of what make us human. They can be overwhelming, ...

Why don’t more of us reach the big goals we set for ourselves? Sure, sometimes the answer is lack of ability. It is entirely possible you are not smart enough to be an astrophysicist or strong enough ...

Ethan Kross always shared a special bond with his grandmother, Dora, whom he considered a “second mom”. She lived just a few blocks away from his childhood home, and when he came by each day after ...