Embracing Emotion 3-Step Action Plan

Let’s kick things off with a light-hearted question!

1.When was the last time you had a good or a wee cry ?

1.           Different catalysts have different chemical makeup. 

2.           This means  the tears that you cry from chopping onion versus the tears that you cry when you're grieving look totally different under microscope. 

Tears – the facts 

Rose Lynne Fisher

“The Topography of Tears”

American  Photographer expert in Microphotography. 

“Tears are in the medium of our most primal language for  moments as unrelenting as death, as basic as hunger. 

They are  the evidence of our inner life overflowing  into consciousness.”

They release us to the  short circuit of feeling good. Shedding tears is  shedding old skin. 

Here are the facts 

·    Tears release oxytocin and endorphins that help ease your physical and emotional pain. 

·    Tears hold stress hormones that they intentionally evacuate from your body. 

·    Tears calm your  sympathetic nervous system.

·    lower your heart rate, 

·    lower your blood pressure.

·    They're intentional, functional and helpful.

 3-step action plan to help men deal with crying in a healthy and empowering way.

Step 1: Acknowledge and Accept Your Emotions 

Step 2: Find a Safe Space  A private place

Step 3: Reflect and Reframe 

Step 1: Acknowledge and Accept Your Emotions 

• Recognize the Importance: Understand that crying is a natural human response to emotions. It’s a sign of strength, not weakness.
• Self-Acceptance: Allow yourself to feel. It’s okay to cry.
• Avoid Suppression: Suppressing emotions can lead to mental health issues. Acceptance is the first step toward emotional well-being.

Step 2: Find a Safe Space 

• Private Moments: If you’re uncomfortable crying in public, find a quiet and private place. This could be your room, car, or any safe environment.

• Trusted Confidant: Talk to someone you trust – a friend, family member, or therapist. Sharing your feelings can provide comfort and perspective.

• Journaling: Writing down your thoughts and feelings can be a cathartic process. It helps in processing emotions and understanding their roots.

Step 3: Reflect and Reframe 

• Reflect:  take  time to reflect. What triggered your emotions? Understanding the cause can help manage future reactions.
• Reframe: Change the narrative around crying.  view it as  a step toward emotional healing.
• Growth Mindset: Embrace the experience as part of your personal growth towards becoming more emotionally intelligent and resilient.

Conclusion 

 Crying is a natural and essential part of the human experience.

 By 

·    acknowledging your emotions, 

·    finding a safe space, 

·    and reflecting on the experience, you can transform crying into a powerful tool for emotional growth and  taking  control of your mental well-being. 

So, next time you cry, 

I want you remind yourself that your

·    Tears are productive. 

·    Tears  are on purpose.

·    They are intentional. 

And remember Eagles soar alone 

Sparrows flock. 

Have the courage to do the clever thing cry when it’s called for .Bottom of Form