Being Emotional Is Not A Bad Thing

Have you ever thought a conversation through, way before it even began? Replaying what you should say in order to fully express yourself, over and over again. Trying your best to be precise with every detail, being sure you don't leave anything on your chest and you've communicated exactly how you feel.

Then the moment arrives, you've said everything you wanted to, and they respond to you by saying "you're so emotional".

Suddenly you feel worst, and wonder if your feelings are even valid. Are you overreacting? Should you just let it go? Or are you being manipulated into feeling like you're to blame.

Expressing the way you feel is never a bad thing, it is actually a superpower. Many individuals have trouble expressing themselves, and when those persons encounter someone who can actually express themselves they refer to them as 'EMOTIONAL'.

Calling someone emotional removes all the blame for their lack of communication skills, onto you. Nevermind them, learn how to communicate more efficiently.

Here are some ways to control your emotions and express yourself in a healthy way.

1. Continue to communicate how you feel without expecting validation or approval from the person you're communicating with.

2. If someone isn't actively listening to you, end the conversation. You can revisit the conversation if you feel like they're ready to listen.

3. Focus more on changed behavior versus an apology. The goal is for them to understand how they offended you and to not do it again. Versus just saying the words 'sorry'.

4. Value yourself enough to not let anyone manipulate you into feeling as though your emotions don't matter. Don't continue to explain yourself and move on.

For more help on balancing your emotions, schedule a counseling appointment via 817-5743 or mentalhealthcounsellingbah@gmail.com