STEP 3 : WHAT EACH EMOTION
IS TRYING TO TELL YOU
Feelings are not facts, but they are signals.
Name the emotion to tame it.
Every emotion is trying to teach you something
All emotions are valid
Name the emotion to tame it.
Every emotion is trying to teach you something
All emotions are valid
What is my body telling me? If you’re overwhelmed and don’t know how you feel
pay attention to what your body is doing: Are your shoulders tense?
Is there a knot in the pit of your stomach?
Are you clenching your jaw or fists without even realizing it?
How is my mind telling me I’m feeling? You may experience thoughts such as: “I feel like something bad is about to happen” or “This situation isn’t fair” Pay attention to these thoughts and see if they help you identify how you’re feeling
Next, ask yourself, “What are my emotions trying to tell me?” Every emotion has a message for you, if you take the time to learn what it is. When you become aware of a feeling or emotion, take a step back and try to understand what it means.
How is my mind telling me I’m feeling? You may experience thoughts such as: “I feel like something bad is about to happen” or “This situation isn’t fair” Pay attention to these thoughts and see if they help you identify how you’re feeling