18/06/2023
🌟 Ride the Wave
Today I want to tell you about something that we all experience—Uncomfortable Feelings! Uncomfortable feelings are Sadness, Shame, Helplessness, Anger, Vulnerability, Embarrassment, Disappointment and Frustration.
Let me share with you some insights inspired by the powerful TED Talk by Joan Rosenberg on riding the wave of emotions and building emotional resilience. As an expert psychologist, Joan Rosenberg highlights the importance of embracing and processing our emotions. Instead of avoiding or suppressing them, we can learn to ride the wave, allowing ourselves to feel and grow through the experience. she also explains that these emotions come in waves of 60-90 seconds. Now if i tell you that its only 60 - 90 seconds each time, you’d be able to handle that right? It’s not endless, it starts and ends and if you’re aware of that then your brain would know how to better handle it. It comes in waves and are are more than one emotion at one time.
Here's how you can ride the wave of uncomfortable feelings:
1️⃣ Recognize and Name Your Emotions: Acknowledge what you're feeling. Give your emotions a name, as this simple act helps bring clarity and understanding.
2️⃣ Accept and Validate Your Emotions: Remember that all emotions are valid. Give yourself permission to feel without judgment or criticism. It's a natural part of being human.
3️⃣ Breathe and Ground Yourself: Take slow, deep breaths to calm your nervous system. Connect with the present moment through grounding techniques like feeling your feet on the ground.
4️⃣ Seek Support: Reach out to trusted friends, family, or professionals whocan provide a listening ear and guidance. You don't have to face challenging emotions alone.
Remember, by riding the wave of uncomfortable feelings, you empower yourself to grow stronger, wiser, and more resilient. Embrace your emotions, knowing that they are stepping stones toward personal transformation.
Share in the comments below how you're embracing your emotions and riding the wave of growth! Better yet, lets surf the wave.
You've got this! 🌊💪✨