And That’s Okay! Name It, Frame It, Claim It

Have you ever had a day where you just feel... off? Like something’s weighing on you, but you can’t quite put your finger on it? Maybe it’s frustration, maybe it’s sadness, or maybe it’s something else entirely. But here’s the thing—most of us were never really taught how to understand our emotions. We’re told to shake it off, push through, or ‘just be positive.’ But what if I told you that understanding your feelings is the key to actually moving forward? Let’s talk about itACTION STEPS:Step 1: Name It – Identify the FeelingFirst things first—what are you feeling? Right now, in this moment. Take a second, take a breath. If you can, say it out loud. If that feels weird, just acknowledge it in your mind. What’s there? Stress? Joy? Uncertainty? Naming your emotions is a powerful way to start understanding them. And if you’re not sure, that’s okay too. Try describing how your body feels instead. Are your shoulders tight? Is your chest heavy? Sometimes, our bodies recognize emotions before our brains do.Step 2: Frame It – Explore the WhyNow, let’s get curious. Where did this feeling come from? Did something happen today? Did a memory pop up? Or is this just a general mood that’s been lingering? Sometimes, the ‘why’ is obvious, and sometimes, it’s buried deep. But either way, no judgment. We’re just noticing. And remember, your emotions don’t have to ‘make sense’ to be real. They exist, and that’s okay.Step 3: Claim It – Accept and RespondNow here’s the part most of us skip—we need to actually accept the feeling. Say it with me: I feel ____, and that’s okay.Accepting doesn’t mean you have to like it. It doesn’t mean you have to stay stuck in it. It just means you acknowledge it’s there. And once you do that, you can decide what to do next. Do you need to talk it out? Move your body? Journal? Take a break?  Whatever it is, honor what you need.Order your copy of And That's Okay! book Follow along over on InstagramHang out with us on Facebook