1-Minute Read: Don’t let your emotions runs your life
Life gives you plenty of reasons to get mad, sad, irritated and frustrated. These feelings are all okay.
Sometimes, however, it may feel as though your emotions are taking over. If your emotions are feeling overwhelming to you, causing trouble in your relationships or interfering with work or school, then you may need some help in understanding your emotions, identifying triggers and learning tools to manage them.
Tips to Manage Strong Emotions:
• Stay calm and mindful
• Develop healthy outlets (emotional and physical)
• Get support
• Stay connected to your support system
If your child(ren) also struggle with strong emotions, then you definitely want to make sure you can be a positive role model.
It’s a sign of strength to own your emotions and admit to being human.
Licensed counselor and founder of Girls Stand Strong Michelle Kelley, LCSW, helps girls and women of all ages develop and improve their self-image, self-esteem, relationship and communication skills, emotional understanding, coping skills, the ability to handle difficult situations and people, and resiliency to create a brighter, better and more successful tomorrow. For more information about Michelle’s coaching and counseling services, call (703) 505-2413 or email michelle@girlsstandstrong.com.
