As I mentioned here, a useful first step in processing emotions is to try and name them.
Most eye-witnesses can’t draw a picture of someone they saw committing a crime. But if you put them in front of a police line-up, they can immediately recognise the perpetrator.
So how about a police line-up of emotions?! And to keep it really simple, let’s limit it to just 4 … that rhyme with each other. 🙂 Ask yourself:
Am I …
mad?
glad?
sad?
scared?
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If you or someone you know is in crisis and needs help, contact Samaritans (Ireland and Northern Ireland) on 116 123 or Lifeline (Northern Ireland) on 0808 808 8000.
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References:
Emma MacAdam, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Thanks to Kate Aherne for the wonderful image!