There are so many different emotions, how can I manage them all?
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Updated: Jan 18, 2021
Harri
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Oct 27, 2014
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Keeping a log or diary of your emotions is a good way to understand how you're really feeling, and in turn, manage how you feel
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jennimarie
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Oct 24, 2014
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I think to manage so many emotions swirling around in you, you must try to identify them. Just be aware of what you are feeling. Each emotion might need to be dealt with in its unique way, so identifying the emotion can help you with that step.
nillie
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Oct 25, 2014
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Recognize them first and then try to work through them one by one, don't rush into things if you think you aren't ready! Take your time and you'll get there and things will start to feel clearer
TheLonelyLover
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Nov 3, 2014
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Just Breath And Understand That Everything Will Be Okay No Matter What! Also Know That Life Is A HUGE RollerCoaster And We Just Got To Live It
SpiritualCoverage
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Mar 1, 2016
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By not identifying with them. When we feel lost within our emotional state in a stream of what seems to be conflicting emotions we forget that we are not the stream. Emotions are like waves on the surface of the ocean, we are not the waves but the ocean itself. It is great to feel emotions deeply and fully and even greater to express them, but only if we don't lose ourselves in them and forget that we are the oceans upon which they ripple. The good way to practice that is mindful meditation where you train yourself observe that waves while not act upon them in a safe environment of your own psyche
Ariweinstein
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Sep 14, 2014
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If you're feeling overwhelmed you have to take things one step at a time. Take a step back and take a deep breath because things will be okay even if it doesnt seem like it right now!
listentothesound
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Sep 23, 2014
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I find it helpful to write small poems or draw doodles based on certain emotions. Even assigning a color to a emotion helps.
DarinF
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Oct 23, 2014
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You need to recognise and understand the emotions you have. If you can't figure things out by yourself, you can always talk to other people to understand it better. Aside from recognising and understanding, accepting the emotions also help you to be able to manage them.
MonBon
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Oct 25, 2014
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Check out our Managing Emotions guide: https://www.7cups.com/help-managing-emotions/
Remember to breathe and that it's okay to ask for help
MonochromePuppet
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Oct 28, 2014
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breathing is something that people use a lot, breath in 4 seconds, hold for 7 exhale for 8, this works for any kind of emotion
Anonymous
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Nov 2, 2014
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Try focusing on one at a time, if they're bad emotions try figuring out how to demolish the emotion.
Anonymous
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Nov 5, 2014
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It really is best to feel them first and then think about how to go about dealing with them, with the most suitable choice that you have.
JulieAliH
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Nov 11, 2014
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It is not easy, but you are in complete control of your emotions. You must actively practice and have a strong desire to control and manage your emotions. The best way to do this is whenever you find yourself reacting to something. stop for a moment and consider the best way to handle the situation and which emotion would be most appropriate.
seighheart
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Nov 16, 2014
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Honestly idk. Hope for the best. Emotions will be emotions. Just don't let them take control for the worst. You're better than that.
Anonymous
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Nov 18, 2014
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Take it one day at a time and realize that feeling are normal. Likewise, it is important to grow emotionally through self aware and reflection to understand and process feelings accordingly.
FeatherIce25
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Apr 9, 2015
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Variety is the spice of life . When you are angry punch a bag, take deep breaths. When sad, share your thoughts. When happy, do a little victory dance, smile. When overwhelmed, vent it.
HealingLotus
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May 6, 2015
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By letting them be as they are. Giving them the right to just exist. By validating them and not judging them.
Anonymous
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May 17, 2015
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You can either run from them, or embrace them. The choice is up to you. Knowing which choice to pick can come naturally, but if it doesn't then trying both might be useful. There is a pool of emotions inside us that are constantly struggling. The best way to swim in that pool without drowning differs from person to person.
GermanZebraCupcake
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Jul 27, 2015
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Nobody is perfect! That being said, our entire lives are full of emotions and how to master them. That's part of the beauty of life: the ups and downs of experience. :)
Peacefulmeditation
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Aug 25, 2015
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Label your emotions and take them on one at a time. Taking them all on at once can make your life very difficult.