Sometimes we repress intense emotions because we fear facing them. But stuffing feelings or going numb has far more destructive consequences. Distancing ourselves from our honest reactions to what’s happening is like going through life wrapped in a wet blanket. It mutes the richness of existence and contracts our energy, creativity and joy. Eventually, we become so constricted that we bore ourselves and those around us. The healthier approach to dealing with our emotions involves acknowledging, paying attention to and feeling them. It’s not always comfortable but it ensures a life that feels…
Rich and alive.
Steve and Jarl
