Author of “How Emotions are Made” and “Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain”

Emotions are frequently felt in the body, and recent research, such as body mapping, is assisting us in understanding where we experience certain emotions in the body.

Today we're talking about what it means to actually process your emotions -- and how to do it. If we don't take time for this, our unprocessed feelings can build up and create not just emotional consequences but physical consequences too. Click through to learn the 3 easy steps to process any feeling or emotion.

Every emotional reaction is made up of three key components: 1. Thoughts: The interpretations and beliefs we hold about a situation. 2. Feelings: The physical sensations and emotions we experience as a result. 3. Behaviors: The actions we take in response to our thoughts and feelings. Recognizing these parts can help us manage our emotions more effectively. When we understand how our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected, we gain the power to choose healthier responses. 🌱✨…

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