We all feel many emotions on a daily basis. And a majority of us are unaware of healthy ways to process and communicate our feelings. This leaves us feeling repressed, conflicted, or alienated. Some people choose to bury their emotions deep inside. In contrast, many others express themselves in the worst ways possible by screaming at others or harming themselves physically and psychologically.

Expressing emotions productively is essential when you’re trying to prioritize your mental health.

Here are a few tips to help you do that.

Have A Conversation with Yourself About What You’re Feeling

When you feel strongly about something, and it feels like the emotions will just burst out at any second, take a deep breath and hear yourself out—even when no one else will.

It’s important to understand that sometimes we may feel strongly about a situation for the initial few moments, but in a while, we may not feel the same emotion with the same intensity. So, talk to yourself about how you’re feeling and whether it’s something you think may pass.

You’ll find that talking to yourself about your emotions is sometimes the best kind of therapy, and it can keep you from acting in a way or saying things that you may regret later.  

Don’t Be Too Hard on Yourself

Don’t blame yourself for your emotions; know everything you feel is natural. This means that you should stop telling yourself that you shouldn’t feel a certain way or that you should feel a certain way.

In short, give yourself a break. Emotions evolve, and eventually, you may experience an emotion that makes more sense to you, but for now, let your heart feel the way it wants to feel.

Write First, Speak Later

One of the healthier ways to express emotions is to write them down. Many of us speak without thinking, especially when we’re emotional, so you should write in your personal journal instead.

Don’t sugarcoat your emotions; write exactly how you feel. But when you feel calmer, go over what you’ve written and see if those emotions are still there. If not, you’ve saved yourself from expressing your emotions in the wrong way at the wrong time!

Also, if you have a fear of expressing emotions, or struggle with identifying feelings and emotions, reach out to us at Blossom Hypnosis.

Book an appointment today!