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Feel It to Heal It - The Four Paths You Can Take When Emotions Surface
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In this compelling episode of "The Lives of Courage Podcast," we delve deep into the transformative power of emotions with our episode titled "Feel It to Heal It." We explore the four common pathways people take when faced with uncomfortable emotions: Distract, Shut It Down, Overreact, and Feel the Feeling. Each option comes with its own set of challenges and outcomes, but only one leads to true emotional freedom. Tune in as we guide you through these options and provide insights into achieving emotional well-being.
Show Notes:
- Introduction and overview of today's topic: The Four Emotional Pathways.
Option 1: Distract — The alluring yet fleeting escape mechanism that we often resort to. Why it’s not a long-term solution.
Option 2: Shut It Down — The emotional dam we build when we choose to suppress our feelings. The risks of emotional pressure build-up.
Option 3: Overreact — The emotional spectacle that masks the true essence of our feelings. How overreacting clouds our judgment.
Option 4: Feel the Feeling — The path less traveled, yet the most liberating. How to engage with your emotions constructively.
Links Mentioned:
Carl Jung's "Psychology and Religion" for deeper understanding of neurosis and emotional suffering.
Upcoming Youtube videos on my responses to emotions!
Follow us on social media: @livesofcourage
Key Takeaways:
- Understanding your emotional options is the first step toward emotional well-being.
- Temporary solutions often lead to long-term emotional clutter.
- Feeling the emotion is the key to understanding its root cause and ultimately healing.
Coming Up Next:
Stay tuned for our next episode where we explore how to feel our feelings. Subscribe so you don't miss it!
Please don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to "The Lives of Courage Podcast" for more insightful episodes delivered straight to your device. Thank you for joining us, and remember: courage is a muscle, and you can strengthen it!
Episode Title: Feel It to Heal It
Episode Number: 165
Duration: 25 minutes
Host: Jessica Stong
217 episodes
Manage episode 375620671 series 2338187
In this compelling episode of "The Lives of Courage Podcast," we delve deep into the transformative power of emotions with our episode titled "Feel It to Heal It." We explore the four common pathways people take when faced with uncomfortable emotions: Distract, Shut It Down, Overreact, and Feel the Feeling. Each option comes with its own set of challenges and outcomes, but only one leads to true emotional freedom. Tune in as we guide you through these options and provide insights into achieving emotional well-being.
Show Notes:
- Introduction and overview of today's topic: The Four Emotional Pathways.
Option 1: Distract — The alluring yet fleeting escape mechanism that we often resort to. Why it’s not a long-term solution.
Option 2: Shut It Down — The emotional dam we build when we choose to suppress our feelings. The risks of emotional pressure build-up.
Option 3: Overreact — The emotional spectacle that masks the true essence of our feelings. How overreacting clouds our judgment.
Option 4: Feel the Feeling — The path less traveled, yet the most liberating. How to engage with your emotions constructively.
Links Mentioned:
Carl Jung's "Psychology and Religion" for deeper understanding of neurosis and emotional suffering.
Upcoming Youtube videos on my responses to emotions!
Follow us on social media: @livesofcourage
Key Takeaways:
- Understanding your emotional options is the first step toward emotional well-being.
- Temporary solutions often lead to long-term emotional clutter.
- Feeling the emotion is the key to understanding its root cause and ultimately healing.
Coming Up Next:
Stay tuned for our next episode where we explore how to feel our feelings. Subscribe so you don't miss it!
Please don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to "The Lives of Courage Podcast" for more insightful episodes delivered straight to your device. Thank you for joining us, and remember: courage is a muscle, and you can strengthen it!
Episode Title: Feel It to Heal It
Episode Number: 165
Duration: 25 minutes
Host: Jessica Stong
217 episodes
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