Validate your emotions
- Label the emotion. When you notice yourself feeling badly emotionally, simply describe what the emotion is that you’re feeling (sad, anxious, frustrated, etc.).
- Acknowledge the discomfort. Acknowledge that it’s okay to feel that way even emotionally if it feels uncomfortable or painful.
- Accept the emotion. Accept that the emotion is with you and that you can still proceed with life despite having that emotion.
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