During times of uncertainty, a flood of uncomfortable emotions can flow through.
While it may be tempting to make them go away, and while I’m a fan of things like meditation, exercise, and gratitude to support wellbeing (yes, do these!)…if we gloss over the chance to uncover what’s truly happening, a powerful opportunity is lost.
I believe emotions are messengers for our values within, and are voices of our greatest hopes and dreams.
They tell us when what’s happening is out of alignment with what we value, and they deliver inspiration and insights from underneath the discomfort and pain.
So…while negative emotions may not feel good, this doesn’t make them bad, and how we use them is the key.
And, by the way, when I say “negative” emotions, I mean things like…
Anger
Worry
Disappointment
Sadness
Fear
So, if you’re looking for a way to actively work with your emotions today, here are 3 simple steps to help you uncover the magic within.
1. Emotion Inventory
Make a list of the emotions you’re experiencing.
2. Exploration
One by one, go through each emotion listed, and explore with some or all of the following questions to uncover the values, hopes, and dreams within.
- What do I need or want right now?
- What do I need or want moving forward?
- What do I value that isn’t happening?
- Where are others acting out of alignment with my values?
- Where am I acting out of alignment with my values?
3. Aligned Action
Take action that supports what you uncovered, one small step, or giant leap at a time. The following questions can help you uncover the action that's right for you.
- What actions can I take to create the life I truly want?
- What actions can I take to create the world I want to live in?
- What’s my next step?
Emotions are fuel that can lift us into greater possibilities, and propel us to create the lives and world we truly want to live in…and it’s amazing what even a few moments of reflection can do.
If you have questions, would like to say hi, or have challenges or inspiration to share, please reach out. I’d love to hear from you.
Thank you for being you, and I’m so very glad you’re here.
With gratitude,
Lena
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P.S. If you’re ready to create this next chapter of life with even greater clarity, purpose, and true power, you don’t have to do it alone.
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Lena D. Meyer is a Transformational Life Coach, and the founder of Gratitude6. She is ranked as one of the top life coaches in Seattle and the Pacific Northwest, and since 2008 has supported hundreds of people in living their most joyful, purposeful, and empowered lives. Including media and public speaking events, her tools and messages have reached thousands.
Her specialties include intuition, mindset shifts, life transitions and positive impact, and she believes now more than ever we have the opportunity to create positive change in our lives and world.
Originally published November 6, 2020.
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