Recognize, Allow, Investigate, Nurture: Dealing with Negative Emotions

Recognize when you are experiencing negative emotions by curious categorization. Allow the emotions to exist without judgment, comparing them to annoying visitors who will eventually leave. Investigate how the emotions feel in your body and observe them as they rise and fall like waves. Finally, nurture yourself by doing something kind to alleviate the negative feelings. These practices, such as RAIN, have been scientifically proven to reduce burnout in professions dealing with negative emotions daily.