“You really hurt my feelings and that wasn’t right?!?” If someone said that to you, how would you feel and respond? Some people would shut down, some would defend themselves, some would toss back accusations. What if we try this statement instead:”My feelings were hurt when you said that. You must have a reason. Would […]
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Should You Believe Your Emotions?
Recently, I’ve been experiencing what I would label depression. It’s been really uncomfortable and I noticed other emotions like powerlessness, despair, and hopelessness. As experienced as I am with navigating my thoughts and emotions, this sense of depression had me entertaining thoughts such as, “what’s wrong with me, I should be doing better than this, […]
Coping Skills: Healthy Ways to Cope with Stress and Emotions
It’s crucial to develop healthy coping mechanisms if you want to deal appropriately with the emotions and stress that are an unavoidable part of life. The ability to effectively deal with stressful circumstances and feelings requires a set of methods, techniques, and coping skills. Here are some helpful ways to deal with stressful situations: Exercising […]