Very early in life we begin learning language and relating to the world in part by making associations; If I cry, mother will come. If I throw a block, everyone will turn toward me. If I take a nap, daddy won’t yell. Etc. These associations, coupled with our observations of the environment are woven intoContinue reading “Our Stories”
Tag Archives: emotions
#34 Send Emails to the Future
Some relationships are not repairable and this the ability to write a letter and have it delivered at some future point may be just the thing that can help the parties involved offer forgiveness or an apology without the energy of the pain associated with it.
#105 Stop Complaining
The adage “what we focus on … grows” and it’s indicated in physical science by looking at the way our brain sends electrical charges through our brain
#123 Adopt a New Coping Skill
Just when we may feel like we would be better off in our sour mood alone, or when we don’t want to trouble anyone with our ‘issues’, that is the precise time to lean on our social support system.
#127 Identify Your Triggers
In order to change anything – we need to be aware and know what needs to be changes and so to improve our reactions it is imperative that we make an effort to know our triggers.
#218 Release Guilt
When we accept responsibility for the damaged feelings of another and the damaged feelings are because ‘of something we purposefully did’ then guilt is what keeps us in check but far too many of us accept guilt when it is not OURS to own.
#354 of 365 Ways to live Easier, Happier, & More Productive
Crying may solicit attention from others, rallying our support system and generating a sense of belonging. Our bodies naturally release oxytocin and endorphins in emotional tears; chemicals found to relieve physical pain. Those same chemicals are known to promote better moods so the simple act of crying may indeed, lighten our mood.
When the UGLIES Escape
Don’t be hard on yourself as you experience your humanness…
Owning Your Control Issues
Who wants to think of themselves as a ‘freak’ of anything?
Before Xanax
First, let’s be clear that expressing ‘happy’ emotions isn’t the part we need help with…
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