Your emotions go from zero to a hundred in seconds. You know your reaction is too big for the situation, but you can’t stop it. That’s emotional dysregulation. Your brain struggles to manage the intensity and duration of emotions. Instead of rising and falling like waves, feelings spike like explosions and take forever to settle. This isn’t about being “too sensitive” or “overreacting.” It’s often linked to ADHD, trauma, or borderline personality disorder. The good news? Emotional regulation is