Naming The Feeling

Sometimes I don’t even realize how much I’ve been holding in until it comes out in a way I didn’t expect. Like snapping at someone over something small, when really I just felt left out. Or laughing too hard when deep down I was embarrassed. I’ve had moments where I just sat on my bed, confused and teary, wondering why I suddenly felt so heavy. It’s like my emotions speak in riddles until I finally sit down and listen. I’ve started making it a habit to ask myself quietly, “What am I actually feeling right now?” I do it in the shower, while walking home, or even when I’m journaling. Naming my emotions doesn’t magically fix everything, but it helps. I’ll whisper to myself, “This is hurt,” or “This is disappointment,” and it makes me feel a little more grounded, like I’m giving myself permission to feel instead of pretending I’m fine. Growing up, no one really taught me how to talk about my feelings. I had to learn through late-night cries, failed friendships, and the stillness after emotional outbursts. But with every name I give to what I feel, it gets a little less scary. A little less overwhelming. Just another part of being human, soft and messy and real. #FeelToHeal #KnowThySelf

• Emotions
• Self-Awareness