In this episode, we delve into the topic of "Emotional Hijacking: How to Respond to Negative Comments at Work." Girish shares insights from his personal experiences and offers practical strategies to navigate through emotional triggers. Learn about the TRAIN model - a framework for emotional regulation - and gain valuable tools to confidently lead.

Here are some strategies to induce a desired or appropriate emotional state

Psychological strategies

* Imagine yourself in the other persons’ shoes

* Visualise a time when you were you in a similar situation

* Engage in self-talk (“you can do this”, “you’re ready for this”)

* Recognise the pattern of behaviour and choose to respond differently

Physiological strategies

* Take deep breaths

* Change your posture (lean, stand straight)

* Change your facial expression (smile, furrow)

* Move physically (walk, dance)

* Change your pitch or volume (lower/higher)

* Change your pace (faster, slower)