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#768 - Dr K HealthyGamer - How To Control Your Emotions & Become Mentally Strong

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Understanding Emotions and Alexa Thymia

Paying close attention to our emotions and identifying them can help reveal the complex mix of feelings we experience. Many people, particularly men, suffer from Alexa Thymia, which is the inability to detect their internal emotional state. This emotional blindness can lead to a suppression of emotions, causing a disconnect between feelings and behavior. Technology is playing a role in exacerbating this issue by suppressing negative emotional responses. By concealing emotions, individuals create a barrier preventing them from understanding and addressing their underlying motivations. The secrecy around emotions can compound their effects, whether positive or negative. It is crucial to open up about vulnerabilities and talk about negative emotions to release the energy trapped within the mind.

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