[header] How to manage fluctuating emotions [title] Recognize what an emotional response feels like. [step] The physical aspect of an emotional response is characterized by a change in breathing, heart rate, blood flow, and muscle tension. This response is in reaction to a thought or event, and is accompanied by an emotional feeling. 
Be aware of your body and notice when these characteristics begin to change. This indicates that you are responding emotionally, and allows you to moderate your response appropriately.