Episode 80: Managing Negative Emotions

Why do we avoid negative emotions? Which emotions are considered negative? Joseph and Paula dig into negative emotions and discuss how to deal with them. One of Joseph's favorite sayings is, "Honor your emotions!" and we truly believe that. The duo shared some great resources, too. You will find those linked below. Questions? If you have questions, you would like Joseph and Paula to address during an upcoming episode of Questions for Counselors, feel free to reach out through the website at www.lifelivedbetter.net or email them directly at [email protected]     You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: www.lifelivedbetter.net.     Just a reminder - Anything shared during this and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice - it is solely our opinion. Information shared does not represent our employers or profession.   We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us.   And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better. Resources Referenced and used as Research in this episode: How Negative Emotions Affect Us and How to Embrace Them (verywellmind.com) Lim N. Cultural differences in emotion: differences in emotional arousal level between the East and the West. Integrate Med Res. 2016;5(2):105-109. doi:10.1016/j.imr.2016.03.004 Negative Emotions: Types, Causes, and How to Cope (verywellmind.com) Taking a Break from Work (and Why You Need To) (verywellmind.com) Ugueto AM, Santucci LC, Krumholz LS, Weisz JR. Problem-solving skills training. Evidence-Based CBT for Anxiety and Depression in Children and Adolescents: A Competencies-Based Approach. 2014. doi:10.1002/9781118500576.ch17