Managing Your Emotions:

How Healthy Habits Can Improve Emotion Regulation

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Healthy Habits for Better Emotion Regulation

Engaging in these healthy habits can make it easier to regulate emotions

Sleep

Children up to age 12 are recommended to get 9 to 12 hours of sleep a night, adolescents ages 13-18 are recommended to get 8 to 10 hours of sleep a night
Sleep schedules should be consistent (i.e., go to bed within the same 1 hour period on both weekdays and weekends)
Follow a nightly bedtime routine to help you wind down and signal your body that it is time for bed!
Using technology like watching TV, playing video games, or being on your phone before bed can make it harder to fall asleep (No screen time for at least 30 minutes before bed)
Avoid caffeine in the 4-6 hours before bed
Have a comfortable sleep environment – cool temperature, minimal light, minimal noise

Healthy Eating

Eating regularly and healthfully
3 meals and 2 snacks recommended each day
Think of the Snickers commercials – “you are not you when you’re hungry!” – It is hard to think, manage stress, and respond appropriately if you’re hangry!

Exercise

Regular exercise has been linked to better attention and mood, and less anxiety
Recommended to get 30+ minutes of exercise, at least 5 days a week
Can help you burn off steam and feel more relaxed

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MODULE 1: MANAGING YOUR EMOTIONS

Managing Your Emotions:

Healthy Habits for Better Emotion Regulation

Sleep

Healthy Eating

Exercise

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