We Can Do Hard Things 24. ALL THE FEELS: Can we experience our emotions—not as good or bad—but as information to guide us?
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Sep 7, 2021 Exploring the emotional rollercoaster of sending a child to college, the speakers share personal strategies for navigating tough feelings. They discuss how recognizing hard emotions as informative tools can foster resilience and growth. Insights on sobriety reveal that confronting deep emotions is vital for personal stability. A unique life hack called 'Save as Drafts' emphasizes improving relationships. Ultimately, the conversation encourages embracing the full spectrum of emotions as crucial for self-discovery and connection.
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Early Sobriety
- Glennon describes her early sobriety as a "freaking nightmare" after 15 years of numbing herself with substances.
- A woman in her recovery group told her the misery meant she was finally doing life right, feeling everything without armor.
History and Nature of Emotions
- Historian Watts Smith studies the history of emotions, noting that in the 16th century, sadness was cultivated for resilience.
- Five of the six core human emotions (anger, disgust, surprise, fear, sadness) are "negative," with only happiness as "positive."
Follow Your Feelings
- Glennon advises interrogating uncomfortable feelings like anger, envy, and fear instead of avoiding them.
- These feelings can reveal unmet needs or boundary violations and offer valuable self-knowledge.