When I build my world around how I feel it is a tumultuous
roller coaster ride. My feelings only
determine part of my reality; an important part, no doubt, but still only one
part. They are not a reliable guide
through the day since they are so transient and changeable. They tell me when my needs are being met or
when I am missing something. At times, their
energy swells inside me to motivate me into action or drags me down into what
seems like a bottomless pit. I can think my feelings will never change and I
will ‘always’ feel the way I do right now.
However, like the ocean, they do ebb and flow, rise and fall. It is helpful to remember this when I feel
stuck. My feelings can also point the
way to my beliefs, since the way in which I interpret the events of my day
determines the emotional experience I have.
They let me know when I am overgeneralizing, catastrophizing, making
assumptions or distorting my reality in some unhelpful way.
Today, I choose to listen to my feelings and allow them to
inform me of my needs, clarify my underlying thoughts, and move me into
action. I will allow their waves to wash
over me while I savor the moments of joy and pleasure I may experience, breathe
and release moments of difficulty and pain, and embrace, respect and accept
more fully my own and others feelings.
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