BLUF
Leaders perform better by understanding and processing emotions, not suppressing them. Suppression harms cognition, increases stress, and reduces effectiveness. Strong leadership uses emotion awareness, reframing, and connection—not a rigid unshakable façade.Learning Outcomes
- Evaluate the impact of emotional suppression on leadership performance, well-being, and cognitive effectiveness.
- Differentiate between emotional suppression and effective emotion regulation strategies used by high-performing leaders.
- Apply practical techniques—naming, reframing, and using emotions—to enhance decision-making, resilience, and team connection under pressure.
