AuDHD Flourishing
49 Managing Big Feelings
May 11, 2024
Managing intense emotions can be particularly challenging for those with sensory sensitivities. The discussion includes personal experiences of grief and helplessness related to global crises, like the situation in Gaza. It emphasizes learning as a tool for processing feelings and highlights a shift towards personal forms of prayer. The importance of self-compassion is explored, along with the emotional toll of societal issues. Finally, listeners are encouraged to participate in social action while acknowledging the need for rest and reflection.
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- Individuals with neurodivergent traits may struggle more with managing big feelings due to sensory sensitivities and overwhelming physical sensations.
- Engaging actively with emotions through movement and supportive environments offers new methods for processing feelings beyond traditional approaches.
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The Challenge of Managing Big Emotions
Managing big feelings presents significant challenges for individuals with neurodivergent traits, particularly relating to emotional and sensory sensitivities. Many people find that traditional advice on handling emotions is often too vague or dismissive of their lived experiences, leading to difficulties in recognizing and processing feelings. The speaker emphasizes the connection between physical sensations and emotional responses, noting how these sensations can become overwhelming and contribute to feelings of being 'stuck' in negative emotional states. Understanding personal sensory processing, as demonstrated through standardized testing, can foster self-compassion and improve management of these intense feelings.
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