7 Good Minutes 7 Good Minutes: Extra - True emotional wisdom is not...
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Nov 29, 2025 The discussion reveals how emotional wisdom flourishes through everyday moments instead of dramatic experiences. Small sensations like tightness or warmth can guide us in understanding our true needs. Practicing gentle, nonjudgmental attention to feelings is encouraged, fostering a compassionate approach to our emotions. The idea that every emotion should be witnessed, whether large or small, enhances our emotional intelligence and presence with ourselves and others. Reflective prompts and affirmations deepen this exploration.
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Wisdom Comes From Small Feelings
- Emotional wisdom grows from noticing small, everyday feelings rather than waiting for big breakthroughs.
- Clyde Lee Dennis compares this steady attention to a musician practicing subtle variations to build mastery.
Feelings Are Breadcrumbs To Needs
- Treat fleeting feelings as breadcrumbs pointing toward your needs and values.
- Gentle presence prevents turning emotional awareness into self-criticism or performance.
Notice And Acknowledge Small Emotions
- Notice fleeting sensations like chest tightness or warmth when someone smiles to gather emotional data.
- Acknowledge these feelings gently without analyzing or trying to fix them to build emotional intelligence.