Monday, October 21, 2013

EXPERIENCING FEELINGS:


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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