Great article. Making such valid points about traditional emotional regulation tactics. They do not support the chronically unwell.
Emotional attunement has been a big part of my journey and, though by no means a standalone, a big part of my increasing energy levels and wellness.
I can relate so much to your approach here. It took me an awful long time to identify how I was feeling - I had to use a chart!
My go to question has often been “how can I support how I’m feeling?”
Over the years I’ve gone off in many different directions with feelings - into inner child feelings, beliefs, affirmations, validating them and generally using emotions as a guide. And not a part of me to be suppressed.
You’ve been able to articulate all this better than I could! It makes so much sense.
Thank you so much, Amber! And yes, it’s been such a journey for me too. To feel my feelings and not be afraid of them. And to find the techniques that my body could actually use.
Great article. Making such valid points about traditional emotional regulation tactics. They do not support the chronically unwell.
Emotional attunement has been a big part of my journey and, though by no means a standalone, a big part of my increasing energy levels and wellness.
I can relate so much to your approach here. It took me an awful long time to identify how I was feeling - I had to use a chart!
My go to question has often been “how can I support how I’m feeling?”
Over the years I’ve gone off in many different directions with feelings - into inner child feelings, beliefs, affirmations, validating them and generally using emotions as a guide. And not a part of me to be suppressed.
You’ve been able to articulate all this better than I could! It makes so much sense.
Thank you so much, Amber! And yes, it’s been such a journey for me too. To feel my feelings and not be afraid of them. And to find the techniques that my body could actually use.