EXPERIENCING FEELINGS:

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Feeling feelings can be a challenge if we've had no previous
experience doing that. Learning to identify what we're feeling is a
challenge, but we will not become experts overnight.

Here are some ideas.

Take out a sheet of paper. On the top of it write, "If it was okay to
feel whatever I'm feeling, and I wouldn't be judged as bad or wrong,
what would I be feeling?" Then write what ever comes to mind.
You can also use writing or journaling. You can keep a diary, write
letters you don't intend to send.

Listen to yourself as an objective third person might. Listen to the
tone of voice and the words you use. What do you hear? Sadness,
fear, anger, happiness?

What is your body telling you? Is it tense and rigid with anger?
Heavy with sadness and grief? Dancing with joy?

Talking to people in recovery helps too. Going to meetings helps.

One of the treasures we're seeking is the emotional part of
ourselves. We don't have to do it perfectly. We need only be
honest, open, and willing.

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