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Episode 2730:
Keith Wilson explains why talking about feelings can be so difficult, tracing the process from raw emotion to the words we use to describe it. He highlights how mislabeling emotions, subconscious associations, and the fear of humiliation often complicate self-expression, while also reminding us that the right listener can make vulnerability both possible and deeply healing.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://medium.com/hello-love/why-is-it-hard-to-talk-about-feelings-2747a1e90c1f
Quotes to ponder:
"Having the right word changes how your message is received as well as your own understanding of the feeling."
"So, anyone who claims they can talk about their feelings is wrong. There is always a point beyond which they can’t because feelings originate in that place beyond words and personal understanding."
"Sometimes the reason it’s hard to talk about your feelings is because you haven’t found the right person to talk to, but keep looking."
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