3. Understand that passion has cycles. In the end, emotions are labels we give to the chemicals that flow through our bodies, combined with the ways our bodies, thoughts, and impulses react to them. We can, indeed, change an emotion—our chemistry—by changing our perceptions or perspectives, our behaviors, or the situations in which we put ourselves. Take a few slow, deep breaths and observe your internal shifts. The more quickly we let the influence of external triggers dissipate and our internal center of calm guide us, the more quickly we will be able to see where our heart is directing us. Then we can follow it instead of fleeing from it. During bouts of all-out joy, permit your emotions to flow freely when they are aroused, censor actions when appropriate, and know what helps you return to your baseline. I am a huge fan of meditation, stretching, and reflection, but any activity will do: Consider prayer, running, volunteering, engaging with a pet, or getting a good night’s sleep.