6 steps to mindfully deal with difficult emotions
by Joe · 14 things on Twos
- Turn towards your emotions with acceptance
- Become aware of the emotion and where you sense it in your body
- Identify and label the emotion
- To stay mindful say “This is anger” or “This is anxiety”
- Accept your emotions
- Don’t deny the emotion. Acknowledge and accept it is there
- Realize the impermanence of emotions
- Even if the emotion feels overwhelming remember that it will pass
- Inquire and investigate
- Ask yourself, “what triggered me?” or “why do I feel this way?”
- Let go of the need to control your emotions
- Be open to the outcome of your emotions and what unfolds
- The Gottman Institute