Hi Friend.
I hear you are having difficulty letting things go, and I think you are struggling with release because you don’t know how. Releasing negative emotions is a profound journey that requires acknowledging, confronting, and ultimately healing from the impact of unpleasant experiences. In this post, we will explore a compassionate approach to emotional release.
Acknowledgment: The Stepping Stone to Healing
Acknowledging negative emotions is the first crucial step in the process of release. Acknowledgment involves confronting yourself with honesty. Avoid pretending that nothing happened; use this opportunity to explore your feelings. Gentle self-confrontation prompts can include:
- Acknowledging the pain of hurt feelings.
- Admitting that you feel embarrassed or shamed.
- Accepting that you do care about what people think about you.
Be authentic and honor yourself.
Shift The Focus: Getting Through, Not Over
Rather than attempting to “get over” a challenging experience, recognize that you are working to get through the challenging experience. Consider emotional wounds like physical injuries. Treat the wound, inform those close to you that you are injured, and continue with life while allowing yourself to heal. Like a burn on the hand, the caution that follows an emotional injury may not prevent future injuries, but the experience will guide you in navigating similar situations more consciously.
Anticipating Reoccurance: Embracing A Realistic Perspective
You will feel unpleasant emotions again. Every emotional situation is unique, and different aspects affect individuals to varying degrees. Take note of what triggers you the most, as those areas require additional affirmation and support.
Sitting with the Feeling: Embracing Stillness
When negative emotions resurface, avoid the impulse to suppress or change them immediately. Instead, sit with the discomfort. Close your eyes, breathe deeply, and let the feeling exist without judgment. Accept that the incident happened as it did, and allow the emotions to fade naturally. This practice fosters acceptance and self-compassion.
Transmutations through Communication: Sharing Your Feelings
Sharing your feelings can ease some of the weight of negative emotions. Choose someone you trust, be intentional about your needs(advice, a listening ear, or comfort), and express yourself authentically. If one person is not available, seek out another. It’s essential to find a supportive outlet for transmuting emotional energy.
Affirmation: Speaking to the Hurt Parts
Affirming yourself is a crucial step in the healing process. Speak to the hurt parts of yourself and address the most impacted areas. If, for instance, someone’s hurtful words about your breath affected you, evaluate if there’s any truth to it and take constructive steps to improve, but remember, your worth is not tied to such judgments. You are still free to define yourself.
Closure and Growth: Give Yourself Permission
If external closure is needed, seek it. Understand that these efforts may be one-sided, so let the bridges you burn light the way to a better you. Write a thoughtful, truthful apology when needed (we can help you with that here). Compose and send a summary of events that caused you to end a connection when needed (we can also help you with that here). There is not always a need or strong desire for this type of closure, but when it’s essential, honor yourself.
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