Emotional intro Hey, Master Coach G here, on Thriving After 50 "Mind Body Soul here want to talk about a subject that is rarely talked about, our emotional health….. For starters, it's not the same thing as mental health. While the two terms are often used interchangeably, emotional health "focuses on being in tune with our emotions, vulnerability, and authenticity," according to studies. Having good emotional health is a fundamental aspect of promoting resilience, self-awareness, and overall contentment & good health. Keep in mind that having good emotional health doesn't mean you're always happy or free from negative emotions. It's about having the skills and resources to manage the ups and downs of day-to-day life. How to Build Good Emotional Health How does it look in action? Here's a look at a common example of good emotional health and the impact it can have. 1. Noticing upsetting emotions when they arise Sometimes known as triggers. Some skills to manage your emotional trigger Identify the thought or trigger (triggers can also be revealed in a conversation or environment) after you have the thought or hear the words there's an emotion attached to that. To change that emotion you have to change the thought which will change the emotion. So instead of having a negative reaction to the trigger, look at it from a different perspective and it will change your emotion. It won't change what happened but it will help you start the healing process and have a different emotional reaction so you can maintain good emotional health! Thoughts Create Emotions I'm going to talk about the emotional scale The Emotional Scale 1. Joy/Appreciation/ Empowered/Love 2. Passion/Enthusiasm/Happiness 3. Positive Expectation/Belief 4. Optimism/Hopefulness 5. Contentment/Boredom 6. Pessimism/Frustration /Uncertainty 7. Overwhelmment/ Disappointment/Doubt 8. Worry/Anxiety 9. Anger/Revenge 10. Hatred/Rage 11.Sadness/Grief/Guilt 12. Fear/Despair/Powerlessness It's if it's "good" or "bad" Is does not necessarily give you the insight to start making a change, because of your belief about good or bad It's not if it's wanted" or "unwanted" On the other hand, wanted or unwanted, gives you an opportunity to be aware that it is wanted or unwanted, and you will be able to make a change I'm focusing on overcoming 3 common unpleasant or negative emotions: identify and become aware of these emotions Uncertainty/Insecurity Anxiety/worry Fear These are the most that are most common and we need the tools in order to manage these emotions. I'm going to dig a little deeper in the upcoming weeks! That's what I have for you today, I hope this episode has added value to your life Thank you for joining me today here on Thriving After 50 "Mind Body Soul" If this podcast was a benefit to you subscribe, follow and share it with someone that it may help as well! I appreciate you!! Remember, knowledge applied is power This is Master Coach G and I'll see you on the Next Level!
