

Ep 13: "It's Okay Not To Be Okay" - Feeling Contrast + How To Respond When It Feels Like Things Are Falling Apart
12 snips Aug 31, 2022
Sam and Gina dive into the journey of emotional healing, embracing the complex feelings of sadness and anxiety without the rush to resolve them. They discuss the dual nature of joy and pain, highlighting how contrast enriches our lives. Music's transformative power in processing emotions shines through in their conversation. They explore the essence of self-perception and shadow work, emphasizing the importance of reframing thoughts and taking responsibility for our feelings. Ultimately, embracing life's ups and downs lays the foundation for true resilience and growth.
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Accepting Negative Emotions
- Accept negative emotions instead of trying to fix them immediately.
- Acknowledge that it's okay if these emotions don't disappear right away.
Resistance Persists
- Trying to force emotions to go away can intensify them, especially for your inner child.
- Approach emotional regulation with self-compassion and allow yourself time to process.
Focus Inward
- Prioritize getting back into a positive emotional state ("the vortex").
- Focus on what you can control, like your thoughts and feelings, not external events.