Cognitive models of emotion

Cognitive models of emotion focus on how our thoughts influence our feelings. They suggest that our interpretations of events, situations, or experiences shape how we emotionally respond. For instance, if you perceive a challenging situation as an opportunity to grow, you might feel excited rather than anxious. These models emphasize the role of beliefs, thoughts, and expectations in emotions, indicating that by changing how we think about events, we can alter our emotional responses. Essentially, our mind plays a key role in how we experience and understand our feelings.