SDG 4: Seminar on «Emotional Self-Regulation»
A seminar-training session entitled “Emotional Self-Regulation” was held at the Faculty of Geography of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University within the framework of Sustainable Development Goal 4, “Quality Education.” The event was organized jointly by the Scientific and Practical Center “Inclusive Environment” and the Psychological Support Service.
The main aim of the seminar-training was to improve students’ emotional awareness, develop their ability to manage emotions, strengthen self-regulation skills in stressful situations, and promote psychological resilience. The event also aimed to help students understand their feelings, express their emotions constructively, and cope effectively with challenges in everyday life. During the seminar, participants explored the meaning of emotional self-regulation, its importance in students’ academic and daily lives, and the influence of emotions on human behavior and interpersonal communication. They learned techniques for recognizing their emotions, managing negative feelings, staying calm under stress, and making thoughtful decisions in challenging situations.
The seminar focused on the following key topics:
Emotions and their role in human life;
Basic techniques of emotional self-regulation;
Stress management and psychological resilience;
Self-control and maintaining emotional balance;
Recognizing and managing negative emotions;
Developing emotional intelligence;
Making effective decisions in challenging situations;
Expressing feelings constructively and building mutual understanding.
The practical part of the seminar was conducted in an interactive format. Students participated in individual and group exercises designed to help them analyze emotional states, recognize their feelings, reduce stress, and develop self-regulation skills. They also discussed emotional challenges encountered in everyday life and explored effective ways to overcome them. The practical exercises helped students better understand their emotional characteristics, identify personal strategies for managing their feelings, and recognize the importance of maintaining psychological well-being. During the discussion, it was emphasized that managing emotions does not mean suppressing them. Instead, it involves understanding one’s feelings and expressing them in an appropriate and constructive way.
It was also highlighted that emotional self-regulation positively affects students’ academic performance, personal development, communication skills, and future professional activities. Particular attention was given to the importance of managing emotions to remain calm in difficult situations, understand other people, and build relationships based on mutual respect. The seminar-training took place in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Students shared their opinions, exchanged experiences, and developed practical skills that can be applied in everyday life. The event contributed to improving students’ emotional awareness, strengthening their psychological well-being, and supporting their personal growth.
At the end of the event, participants expressed their gratitude to the organizers and emphasized the importance of such seminar-training sessions in developing students’ emotional resilience and creating a supportive educational environment. The Scientific and Practical Center “Inclusive Environment” and the Psychological Support Service will continue organizing activities aimed at strengthening students’ psychological well-being, unlocking their personal potential, and creating favorable conditions for quality education.
