Module 4: Recognizing Patterns | Becoming the Architect of Your Emotional Responses

Workshop Description

Ever wonder why you always feel frustrated when things don’t go according to plan, or why a simple comment can trigger a chain reaction of emotions? In this module, you’ll explore how to identify and understand your emotional and behavioral patterns. You’ll learn to recognize the thought processes that spark certain emotions and actions, and how these patterns repeat, both within yourself and others.

Think of your emotional patterns like a map—once you understand where they come from and how they function, you can begin to shift your responses. Whether it’s reacting automatically or responding thoughtfully, you’ll develop the skills to become more aware of your triggers and make conscious choices in how you handle situations.

We’ll dive into which emotional patterns are helpful and which ones may need to change. Depending on your age and maturity, you may be ready to reflect on which patterns serve you and others well, and which ones need to evolve. By consciously deciding to keep the helpful patterns and transform the unhelpful ones, you’ll create healthier, more intentional responses in your interactions.

Key concepts in this module include recognizing emotional triggers, analyzing past reactions, and understanding how recurring thoughts, feelings, and behaviors shape your emotional landscape. By the end of the module, you’ll have a toolkit to transform patterns using a simple but effective phrase: “When (this happens), I feel/think/do…”