How many times do you take an action or say a word and later regret it? Most people have destroyed valuable connections due to right words said at the wrong time or wrong words said at the right time. Hasty actions have also destroyed a lot of connections.
Self-regulation is the ability to control or redirect disruptive impulses and moods; to think before acting. Those who can regulate their emotions have greater integrity, which makes them trustworthy.
Self-regulation does not mean repressing your impulses; it means being flexible, open and comfortable with uncertainty.
If you have self-regulation you demonstrate below emotional skills;
- Self-control – This means that you;
- manage disruptive and distressing emotions effectively.
- Stay composed, positive and unflappable even in trying moments
- Think clearly and stay focused under pressure.
- Trustworthy & adaptable – This means that you
- Act ethically and above reproach despite temptations to act to the contrally.
- Are reliable and authentic, hence you keep your work in all situations.
- Admit your own mistakes
- Take tough principled stands even if they are unpopular.
- Are dependable and responsible in fulfilling your obligations.
- Meet commitments and keep promises.
- Hold yourself accountable for meeting your commitments.
- Are organized and careful
- Adaptability – This means that you;
- Are flexible in handling change and challenges.
- Smoothly handle multiple demands and rapid changes in different situations.
- Adapt your response and tactics to fit fluid/uncertain circumstances.
- Are flexible in how you see events.