Anger is a secondary emotion.It is also used as a tool.Anger is used to send a message. We often refer to these moments in ways such as “losing it” or “snapping.”What actually is happening is that you get to a point where you feel the need to deliver a message-And that message is URGENT and… Continue reading Anger is what?
Category: Emotions
Strength Training for Your Mind
Do you ever feel weighed down by negative emotions? As humans, we experience negative emotions daily. Sometimes, you may just feel annoyed by a family member. Other times you may feel emotions that are more weighty like inadequacy, shame, or depression. This morning during my workout I realized, experiencing negative emotions is a lot like… Continue reading Strength Training for Your Mind
Emotions are Visitors with a Message
As part of being human, we experience emotions(feelings) all the time. No one is exempt. Learning how to handle our emotions is important aspect of being a functional human being. It is expected of a young child to possibly throw a fit, lash out in anger, or break down in tears because something did not… Continue reading Emotions are Visitors with a Message
Who are you when dealing with difficult circumstances?
“It is the trials of life that make you humble and make you strong.” -Marjorie Pay Hinckley On Monday I ran 6 miles on a local trail without an ankle brace. It was a big deal. I had been physically unable to for almost 10 months. Last August, I was playing chair soccer with my… Continue reading Who are you when dealing with difficult circumstances?
What Happened While it Was Raining
It’s springtime in the Pacific Northwest and that means it is finally Soccer Season. What that also means is a lot of soaking wet kids, coaches, and parents at many windy, wet practices and games. Today, as we drove up to practice the energy in the car was electric. My boys were excited- it was… Continue reading What Happened While it Was Raining
Courage
COURAGE. Just think about that word for a moment. What comes to mind? Who do you picture? What are they like? What is courage? Can we only have courage with the absence of fear? Often we think that is true and necessary. But that is a lie. The word courage is derived from the Old… Continue reading Courage