Welcome to the first episode of our 5-week series on emotions. Today, I am sharing my review of the movie Inside Out 2 as a springboard to dive deep into the world of emotions. My hope with this series is that by the end of July, you will feel equipped with tools and a deeper understanding of yourself to manage and process both difficult and positive emotions, helping you feel more in control of your life.
- Understanding Emotions:
- There are no negative or positive emotions – they are either helpful or unhelpful.
- Some emotions are hard to feel but are still necessary.
- Emotions are a window into your beliefs, thoughts, needs, and desires.
- Emotions are vibrations in your body, triggered by thoughts, sending signals that create your actions and behaviors.
- Role of Emotions:
- Reflect our inner state.
- Helped our ancestors navigate dangerous situations.
- Modern society gives us similar feelings even if the situations aren't as dangerous.
- Becoming More Aware of Your Emotions:
- Mindfulness: Stay present with your body and emotions as they arise.
- Recognize Triggers: Identify what triggers your emotions and your adaptive strategies.
- Body Awareness: Notice physical sensations associated with emotions.
- Journaling: A simple yet effective way to understand your emotions.
- Breathwork: Use breath to calm your mind and get in touch with your body.
- Acceptance: Acknowledge and process your emotions.
- Shared Humanity: Recognize the shared humanity in emotions.
- Healthy Expression: Find healthy ways to express your emotions.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Brene Brown’s book Atlas of the Heart
HBO Special of Atlas of the Heart
Children’s book: The Grand Hotel of Feelings
The How We Feel app
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