Last week, we started chatting about emotion regulation!
Let's continue our chat a bit more.
1. Share the Load
Reach out to friends or family. Sharing your feelings not only lightens the load but also brings fresh perspectives and understanding.
I have a handful of amazing friends that I can share with. One of the things that I struggle with myself is the feeling of "I don't want to be a burden." AND, I also acknowledge that when my friends share with me, it doesn't feel like a burden. So I learned to trust the people in my life- and learned who I can share what with. Know your friends and loved ones- what is their capacity? What can they hear about without it feeling like a burden?
2. Flip the Script
Challenge negative thoughts. Ask yourself if your worries are based on facts or assumptions, and reframe them into more positive or balanced perspectives. Sometimes (many times) our emotions lie to us! Our thoughts lie to us! And it can be hard because there is no one that hears those thoughts and says "hey, I don't think that's right..."
3. Move and Groove
Regular exercise, a good diet, and enough sleep are your cheerleaders in the emotional resilience game. They keep you strong and ready to face whatever comes your way. I try to walk or put on a quick youtube workout video (if I do not feel like going outside) to get my body moving.
With these in mind, let's jump into our weekly Therapist Mama Bear Tip!
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