Are bad feelings necessary for a better life? I wish it wasn’t true and I’m also glad it is. If you always felt fine you wouldn’t be motivated to have more of what makes you happy. It’s a good thing that it’s impossible to feel good all the time. Pain leads to Gain! What I’m about to share will help you feel better and create a better life. It works best after a significant loss like a relationship or job. You are more motivated due to deep emotional pain.
The answer to “Hint: That’s not it!” Is…
Writing in A “Feelings” Journal
My life like yours has taken many twists and turns. It does seem true that good and bad things happen in threes or at least twos! Last summer I had two big losses in my life. Now my life is becoming better than ever before and I attribute it to…
Making an entry in my “Feelings” Journal… Almost (I’m human!) every day.
I also…
- Followed my motto… “First Feel, Second Solve” Don’t stuff your feelings. Get them out!
- Recorded my good and bad feelings with an explanation. Why did I feel that way?
- Stared out the window focused on my breathing twice a day for at least 5 minutes.
- Paid closer attention to stress in my body… especially my shoulders and jaw. Yoga helps!
- Focused on ways to release my anger… punching into the air with angry words, walking with a heavy step or using my signature tool… “Scribble and Scream”
- Watched sad movies helping me shed some tears and feel my sadness.
- Gave myself a big hug… often!
One more thing! I truly believe that my greatest gifts have come from emotionally challenging experiences in my life. I’m grateful I have had many of them.
Be Loving. Be kind. To YOU first!
With all my love,
MarGO!
Professional Counselor, Business, Career and Life Coach
404-218-4559
MargoGeller@Gmail.com
www.MargoGeller.com
