"Contrary to notions that emotions sweep over us and we have no agency in how they manifest, we play a role in aspects of their emergence and impact."
"Two of the most common means of emotional regulation are suppression of emotions, or reappraising them. Suppression involves muffling or subduing an emotion, while reappraising centers on consciously reinterpreting how we are judging an emotion."
Emotions are not merely fleeting feelings; individuals actively engage in their emotional experiences. Emotional regulation, through suppression or reappraisal, plays a crucial role in managing emotions. Research indicates cultural differences in the effectiveness of these regulation strategies in reducing psychopathology. Universal aspects of emotions exist, such as facial expressions, but the way emotions are experienced and expressed varies across cultures. Understanding how we 'do' emotions can enhance emotional well-being and societal functioning.
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