IMPACT Personal Safety of Colorado
Couples Video 3: De-escalation
When we care deeply about someone we feel deep emotions about them, and that can lead to escalated conflict. Learn how to understand your emotions and some techniques to manage adrenaline in order to de-escalate situations and better communicate with your partner!
Check out these resources that build upon the techniques from this video:
- Expand on your emotional vocabulary:
https://i.pinimg.com/originals/d7/5e/b0/d75eb08a042a3c57947548ff5213d426.jpg
-Learn more about diaphragmatic breathing:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Ua9bOsZTYg
-Breathing meditation for awareness and anchoring:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4GtpuD13nZk