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Feel Your Emotions

 

The Word of God tells us to "rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep" (Romans 12:15), and the goal of this habit is to intentionally recognize what you feel every day. The habit strategies and these examples will help you to feel your emotions every day, and working with a professional counselor is recommended for guidance:​​​

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• Recognize negative feelings (these can lead to near occasions to bad habits:

  • Bored (also Lonely, Tired, Hungry)​

  • Angry (also Disappointed, Annoyed, Irritated, Vindictive)

  • Disgust (also Contempt, Loathing, Displeasure, Repulsed)

  • Anxious (also Fear, Uncertainty, Insecurity, Worry)

  • Stressed (also Overwhelmed, Shocked, Speechless, Baffled)

  • Sad (also Unworthy, Gloomy, Discouraged, Grief)

• ​Recognize positive feelings:

  • Joy (also Peace, Content, Happy, Ecstatic)

  • Anticipation (also Intrigued, Hopeful, Excited, Eager)

  • Trust (also Secure, Admiration, Assured, Confident)

• Practice gratitude for:

  • Adversity as a call to exercise​ better habits

  • Prosperity as a call to prepare for adversity

• Be encouraged by "I Am" affirmations.​

• Journal and/or talk with someone you trust about what you feel and why.

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