By Joe Wilner

Emotions are tied to everything we do. They are the major source of motivation, and a big factor in our ability to think critically and be creative.

Consider a time you felt overwhelmed and exhausted from stress. How did this impact your level of motivation and ability to think clearly?

Life can seem like a roller-coaster. At one minute we’re trudging upward, working hard and seeing success. We may feel proud and enthusiastic, and then all of a sudden we’re heading down a steep spiral full of fear and uncertainty.

How do you handle life when this occurs?

We have all been here at one point or another, though how we manage our emotions, learn from them, and respond to the way we feel,... More...