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Overview

After participating in this course, you will be able to:

• Define emotional literacy and its significance in daily life.
• Differentiate between stress and anxiety to manage each effectively.
• Apply grounding techniques to enhance emotional regulation.
• Utilize the Optimal Health Pyramid to improve overall well-being.
• Develop self-awareness using the N2-S2 model and other tools.

Description
Emotional literacy is more than just understanding our feelings; it's about harnessing them to foster better mental health and improve our daily lives. In an era where anxiety and depression are prevalent, it's vital to explore the science behind our emotions and how they impact our well-being. As a physician and TEDx speaker with over 10 years of experience in the field of mental health, I have seen first-hand the importance of using emotional literacy as a tool in our understanding and even prevention of mental health disorders. By diving into the current mental health landscape, this course provides a fresh perspective on how emotions shape our experiences and behaviours.

Through engaging discussions and practical exercises, you will learn to differentiate between stress and anxiety and debunk common emotional health myths. The course introduces various models and techniques, such as the N2-S2 model for self-awareness and the What-How-Why method, to help you better understand your emotional bed and develop healthier coping strategies. By focusing on emotional literacy, you will discover effective ways to utilize your emotions as tools for growth, resilience, and overall health.

By the end of this course, you will be equipped with practical strategies and a deeper understanding of emotional intelligence that you can apply in your personal and professional life. Whether you seek to improve your mental health or support others in their journey, this course offers valuable insights and techniques that can make a significant difference.

Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for individuals looking to enhance their emotional intelligence and better manage stress, anxiety, and other mental health challenges. It is particularly beneficial for professionals in high-stress environments, such as healthcare, education, and corporate settings, who wish to develop healthier coping mechanisms.

The practical strategies discussed will also be valuable to therapists, counsellors, and social workers, who can integrate them into their practice to support clients. Additionally, anyone interested in personal development and emotional growth will gain profound insights and skills from this course.

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Syllabus

Session 1:

• Welcome, Introduction, Learning Objectives, Assessment
• The Landscape of Mental Health
  • Mental Health and Engineering – What the Studies Tell Us
  • The Mental Health Dichotomy – Stress vs Anxiety
• Introduction to Emotional Literacy
  • What is an Emotional Quotient?
  • Assessment of Your EQ
• Introduction to the Science of Emotions
• Myths and Misconceptions around Emotions

Session 2

• The Arc of Emotions
  • Understanding the emotional see-saw
  • Grounding and releasing techniques
• Exploring Your Emotional Bed
  • Using the N2-S2 model for self-awareness
  • Understanding Your Inner Narrator
  • The Invisible Chalkboard

Session 3

• The What-How-Why method
  • Why: Identity vs Value System
  • What: The Pursuit of Happiness
  • How: Building Self Awareness
• Conclusion, Review, Evaluation, Assessment

Instructor

Shahana Alibhai , MD, CCFP

Dr. Shahana Alibhai is a TEDx speaker, family physician and mental health expert. She has worked with many organizations, including the University of British Columbia, Scotiabank and Remax to help the audience understand their mental health. Her podcasts are heard internationally, and she has volunteered her time to speak to improve mental health in developing countries such as Let's Talk Nepal.

As a lead physician at one of British Columbia's largest youth health centres, much of Dr. Shahana's career focuses on those struggling with mental health. She has created an innovative program entitled "Think Like a Doc," where Dr. Shahana volunteers to perform outreach in various schools to allow them to play the role of a doctor and learn about their physical and mental health.

Her insights are highly sought after, and she's been featured in multiple major media, including CTV and Global. She is best known for her "Emotional Literacy for Better Mental Health" TEDx talk and as an International Women's Day panellist.

She has served on the UBC Faculty of Medicine Residency training program and is currently a National accreditor for the College of Canadian Family Physicians.