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EMOTIONS IN CHECK
thought this reading from Lou Hay's work was helpful today so wanted to share it here.
EXPRESSING EMOTIONS by L. Hay
Culturally there are some emotions that are not “allowed” to be expressed. For example, if you cry in public, people sometimes get uncomfortable. Anger is also something that isn’t always accepted openly. But when we bottle up our emotions it can cause bodily dis-ease and other dysfunctions.
It’s OK to feel the way you do about various situations. Not everyone reacts the same way to experiences, but don’t let fear of what others think of you or how you’re supposed to react to something hinder you from truly expressing yourself. When we let out our feelings, we let go. If we swallow our emotions it can cause resentment, bitterness, or depression.
There are many positive ways to deal with hurtful emotions. If someone else is involved, the best way to deal with your emotions is to openly and calmly talk with them. Often, we don’t do this because we feel that we cannot speak to the other person. The second best way is to talk to the person in the mirror. Express your emotions by accepting that they are there and saying them out loud to yourself. You can start with, “I am hurt because you did…” or “I am so afraid because you…”Get all of your feelings out.
If you’re not comfortable in front the mirror quite yet, write a letter to the person or write in a journal. Writing in a journal daily is helpful when releasing negative emotions. This is also a great place to write down your affirmations. Write down affirmations each morning and use these throughout the day when negative emotions arise. Make sure to not disregard the negative thought or emotion – accept that you felt it and say the affirmation to relax your mind.
Another very healthy way to release emotions is to exercise. Swim laps in the local pool or gym, play tennis or run around your block a few times. Please don’t be reckless or turn to toxic outlets. These may help in the short term, but will cause more problem and hurt in the long term. If you feel angry, scream into a pillow. It’s OK to let out your frustration.
Remember, our feelings are thoughts in action. They serve purpose, and when you let them go from your body and mind, you allow space inside for more positive experiences. After you release your emotions you must also forgive. Forgiveness is your freedom to peace. Go into your higher power and seek guidance to release negative feelings. Find the love within you and send love out to the person you feel is causing your angst.
Feelings are our inner gauge. They are the helpful link to our relationship with ourselves as well as the world around us. Our feelings let us know what is working for us or not working for us in our lives.What you can feel, you can heal.
Let’s affirm:. “I am one with the Power that created me. I am safe. All is well in my world.”
~ Louise Hay
EXPRESSING EMOTIONS by L. Hay
Culturally there are some emotions that are not “allowed” to be expressed. For example, if you cry in public, people sometimes get uncomfortable. Anger is also something that isn’t always accepted openly. But when we bottle up our emotions it can cause bodily dis-ease and other dysfunctions.
It’s OK to feel the way you do about various situations. Not everyone reacts the same way to experiences, but don’t let fear of what others think of you or how you’re supposed to react to something hinder you from truly expressing yourself. When we let out our feelings, we let go. If we swallow our emotions it can cause resentment, bitterness, or depression.
There are many positive ways to deal with hurtful emotions. If someone else is involved, the best way to deal with your emotions is to openly and calmly talk with them. Often, we don’t do this because we feel that we cannot speak to the other person. The second best way is to talk to the person in the mirror. Express your emotions by accepting that they are there and saying them out loud to yourself. You can start with, “I am hurt because you did…” or “I am so afraid because you…”Get all of your feelings out.
If you’re not comfortable in front the mirror quite yet, write a letter to the person or write in a journal. Writing in a journal daily is helpful when releasing negative emotions. This is also a great place to write down your affirmations. Write down affirmations each morning and use these throughout the day when negative emotions arise. Make sure to not disregard the negative thought or emotion – accept that you felt it and say the affirmation to relax your mind.
Another very healthy way to release emotions is to exercise. Swim laps in the local pool or gym, play tennis or run around your block a few times. Please don’t be reckless or turn to toxic outlets. These may help in the short term, but will cause more problem and hurt in the long term. If you feel angry, scream into a pillow. It’s OK to let out your frustration.
Remember, our feelings are thoughts in action. They serve purpose, and when you let them go from your body and mind, you allow space inside for more positive experiences. After you release your emotions you must also forgive. Forgiveness is your freedom to peace. Go into your higher power and seek guidance to release negative feelings. Find the love within you and send love out to the person you feel is causing your angst.
Feelings are our inner gauge. They are the helpful link to our relationship with ourselves as well as the world around us. Our feelings let us know what is working for us or not working for us in our lives.What you can feel, you can heal.
Let’s affirm:. “I am one with the Power that created me. I am safe. All is well in my world.”
~ Louise Hay
