The key principles of self-management support can be broken down into three main categories: 1) self-awareness, 2) self-regulation, and 3) self-efficacy.
First, self-awareness is the ability to understand one’s own thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in order to accurately assess one’s strengths and weaknesses, and to be aware of one’s triggers and reactions. With this understanding, individuals can develop a better understanding of their own limitations and create strategies to better manage their emotions and responses.
Second, self-regulation is the ability to control one’s emotions, impulses, and reactions. Self-regulation involves managing one’s internal responses to external stimuli and being able to assess the risks and rewards of a particular situation. It requires recognizing and responding to one’s own emotional states and the emotional states of others.
Third, self-efficacy is the belief that one can successfully manage their own emotions and behavior. It is the belief that one has the capacity to take action and make progress. Self-efficacy is closely related to self-confidence, and it is essential in order to maintain motivation and take action towards one’s goals.
These three principles are the foundation of self-management support and can be used as a starting point for developing a comprehensive self-care plan. By understanding and utilizing these principles, individuals can become more mindful and self-aware, and better equipped to manage their own emotions, behaviors, and reactions.