What Happens When Emotions Take Over?

Have you ever promised yourself you wouldn't get angry, argue, procrastinate, or repeat an old behavior—only to find yourself doing exactly that? In Week 7 of Heart Connections Live, Gerald Chambers explores what happens when our emotions interfere with our good intentions. We'll discuss: - How anger, fear, anxiety, and frustration affect our ability to follow through. - The relationship between emotions and executive functioning. - Why responsibility doesn't have to mean blame. - How our environment influences our behavior. - Practical ways to recognize emotional reactions, make adjustments, and respond differently. This week's question: Have you ever known what you wanted to do, but your emotions pulled you in another direction? Join the conversation live, share your experiences in the chat, or leave a comment afterward. 📅 Wednesday, October 28, 2026 🕖 7:00 PM Pacific About Heart Connections Live I'm Gerald Chambers, a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. In this 12-week series, we're exploring the intention–action gap—the distance between what we intend to do and what we actually do. My goal is to encourage curiosity, personal responsibility, and practical learning rather than judgment and blame. 🌐 Website: https://www.geraldchambers.com #HeartConnectionsLive #IntentionActionGap #EmotionalRegulation #ExecutiveFunctioning #PersonalGrowth