The Mood Meter – The Map to your Feelings

The Mood Meter: Use Science to Understand Your Feelings

Dr. Marc Brackett created the Mood Meter, a powerful tool for building emotional intelligence.

Explore the evidence-based RULER method and our collection of Mood Meter products to bring greater emotional clarity to your home, school, or workplace.

What is the Mood Meter?

Created by Dr. Marc Brackett, Director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, the Mood Meter is a research-backed tool developed over decades. It helps individuals and groups accurately identify, understand, and manage their emotions with confidence.

Paired with the evidence-based RULER approach, the Mood Meter empowers you to:

• Recognize your own and others’ emotions
• Understand the causes and consequences of those feelings
• Label emotions with precision and clarity
• Express feelings in healthy and constructive ways
• Regulate emotions to achieve personal and professional goals

The Mood Meter transforms how you navigate emotions — whether you’re a teacher, parent, leader, or anyone committed to personal growth.

Learn more about the RULER method and how it integrates with the Mood Meter.

Why Emotional Intelligence Matters

Emotions influence our decisions, relationships, and overall well-being. Research shows that higher emotional intelligence leads to better health, stronger relationships, and improved performance in school and work.

The Mood Meter, grounded in the RULER framework, offers a simple yet powerful way to develop these essential skills. Backed by the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, it is used by thousands of schools, organizations, and individuals worldwide.

Bring the Mood Meter to Life

Our curated collection of Mood Meter products makes it easy to integrate emotional intelligence into everyday life. Featuring the signature Mood Meter design on everything from posters and journals to apparel and classroom tools — designed to spark reflection and growth.

• High-Quality Materials: Vibrant, durable prints that stand out
• Practical Tools: Perfect for schools, offices, or home use
• Science-Inspired: Created to support the RULER method

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Trusted by Educators and Leaders Worldwide

“The Mood Meter has transformed our school’s culture. Both students and teachers use it to navigate their emotions with confidence.”

– Dr. Emily R., Head of School

“Using the Mood Meter at work has improved our communication and collaboration. It’s a game-changer.”

– James L., Business Trainer

Join a global community of educators, leaders, and individuals using the Mood Meter and RULER to build emotional intelligence.

How to Use the Mood Meter

The Mood Meter organizes emotions into four color-coded quadrants (red, blue, green, and yellow) based on levels of energy (high to low) and pleasantness (positive to negative). By plotting your current feeling, you gain clarity and can develop strategies to shift or maintain your mood.

It pairs perfectly with the RULER method to support:

• Personal Growth: Build self-awareness and resilience
• Schools: Create emotionally supportive classrooms
• Workplaces: Enhance teamwork and leadership

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Discover our Mood Meter products designed to make emotional intelligence accessible and engaging:

• Posters: Eye-catching visual reminders for classrooms or offices
• Journals: Guided prompts for deeper emotional reflection
• Clothing: Wearable conversation starters

Begin Your Journey Toward Emotional Intelligence

The Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence endorses the Mood Meter not just as a tool, but as a movement toward emotionally healthier communities. Browse our products, dive into the RULER method, and start mastering your emotions today.

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