48 | Emotional Regulation Beyond Suppression or Catharsis: The Third Way

As a giver, what is your experience with intense emotions, especially as you are trying to relax at the end of the day, have some quiet time, regenerate or pray? For many centuries, and in many cultures and spiritual traditions, suppressing emotions has been the default mode in dealing with emotional regulation. Although it works in the short run, many times it backfires and can lead to thought ruminations or worries. On the flip side, emotional full expression and catharsis have been encouraged in some psychological methodologies several decades ago, but recent psychological studies showed that they are not always that helpful. Although it helps to express emotions, many times it can create more and more unhelpful 'stories' in our inner world, which can intensify emotions, having thus the opposite effect. What is another way? There is a 3rd way, preserved and transmitted in some spiritual traditions, and validated by emergent psychological methodologies. In this episode, I share this common dilemma at the end of a full day of giving. I also review this third way of being with emotions, with simple tips to witness them without suppressing nor indulging, or labeling ourselves as 'bad,' 'mean,' or 'prideful' for having them. May you have a peaceful time at the end of the day! 👍 And if this episode blessed you, you can DOWNLOAD IT & LEAVE us a QUICK REVIEW! This way, more Christian Women can get this message.   🌤️ Are you wondering how to actually think about creating your daily routines? Here is a FREE resource summarizing my The Renewal In Action™️ program that you can use starting today: Daily Renewal Template for Christian Women - https://teamforthesoul.com/lm-the-daily-renewal-template/ CONNECT with Dr. IoanaWebsite: https://teamforthesoul.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeamForTheSoulInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/team_for_the_soul/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drioanapopa/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TeamForTheSoul  DISCLAIMER:All information provided on this website is strictly for educational purposes and does not form a physician-patient or coach/consultant-client relationship. All information is provided as is and is used at your own risk. Please speak to your doctor, medical and mental health providers about any information you listen or read on this channel or related websites.