Others can’t see our emotions, only the behaviours that our feelings create.
People who are self-aware are able to name the emotions that they are feeling, even in a high-pressure situation.
Being able to identify your emotions helps to keep you in the driver’s seat. Instead of your feelings running out of control, you can put on the brakes or steer in a different direction when you need to.
Our emotions determine how we behave. When we can manage our emotions, we can manage our behaviour better.