How do you reflect on your feelings?
Here are seven of the steps I explore:
- Reflect on your own emotions. Take some time to sit down and reflect on your own use of emotions.
- Ask others for perspective.
- Be observant.
- Use “the pause”.
- Explore the “why”.
- When criticized, don’t take offense.
- Practice, practice, practice.
How do I begin to deal with my emotions?
Here are some pointers to get you started.
- Take a look at the impact of your emotions. Intense emotions aren’t all bad.
- Aim for regulation, not repression.
- Identify what you’re feeling.
- Accept your emotions — all of them.
- Keep a mood journal.
- Take a deep breath.
- Know when to express yourself.
- Give yourself some space.
How do you reflect on?
If you have found yourself making these same excuses, you can become more reflective by practicing a few simple steps.
- Identify some important questions. But don’t answer them yet.
- Select a reflection process that matches your preferences.
- Schedule time.
- Start small.
- Do it.
- Ask for help.
What is an example of reflection of feeling?
For example, the counsellor may have noticed tears or a change in tone of voice. Examples of reflection of feeling are ‘You’re feeling sad’ or ‘You feel sad’ or ‘You’re sad’. Sometimes, reflection of content and feelings are combined, as in the statement: ‘You’re sad because you’ve lost your best friend.
How do you process feelings hurt?
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- Create a positive mantra to counter the painful thoughts.
- Create physical distance.
- Do your own work.
- Practice mindfulness.
- Be gentle with yourself.
- Allow the negative emotions to flow.
- Accept that the other person may not apologize.
- Engage in self-care.
How do I recognize my feelings?
Here are five ways to practice being more aware of your emotions:
- Notice and name your feelings. To start, just notice how you feel as things happen.
- Track one emotion. Pick one emotion — like feeling glad.
- Learn new words for feelings.
- Keep a feelings journal.
- Notice feelings in art, songs, and movies.
What is an example of reflect?
Reflect is something that doesn’t absorb or that mirrors back whatever is coming into it or looking at it. An example of reflect is when a mirror shows you your own image. An example of reflect is when sound bounces off the walls of a room. To give back an image of; mirror or reproduce.