April 2
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The power of emotions
Understanding and managing our emotions.
Our emotions are the very essence of our being.
They can be powerful forces that shape the way we think, act and interact with others.
For centuries, philosophers have sought to understand these emotions and how to manage them.
The great philosopher Spinoza said:
"emotion is the main source of all consciousness".
We may not always be aware of it, but our emotions constantly inform us about what's going on in our lives and how we should respond to them. That's why it's so important to understanding our emotions.
Our emotions have immense power over us, capable of showing us the way and the decisions we need to make. They enable us to understand what motivates us, how we react to people or situations, and even how we deal with stress or difficult situations. When we become aware of our feelings and allow them to be without judgement, we can get to know ourselves better and develop stronger bonds with those around us.
The motivating factor behind our emotions.
To understand why we experience certain emotions, it is useful to recognise that they are often activated by a desire motivated by these two great roots:
FEAR or LOVE
Fear
It is a innate feeling within us to maintain the survival of the living world, fear leads us to flee or fight faced with a real threat.
Of course there is only one fear, but in today's world we live in, fear is divided into 2 categories.
I think it's very important for everyone to be aware of this and learn to tell the difference. The opposite can lead to serious problems.
Innate (natural) fear
It is an innate emotion for our survival. It arises immediately when something real seems threatening or difficult, whether it's a feeling of insecurity in a relationship, a job interview or facing a tiger. The danger is visible and in general, it lasts only as long as the event.
▸ For example:
If a tiger comes after me, as soon as I find a hiding place and am saved, it disappears.
Acquired fear
It is an emotion created through unfounded (illusory) suppositions/suggestions of the mind:
- what if I can't...?
- What if he's laughing at me?
- and if he/she hurts me?
- ...
Here, as you have just seen, according to doubt or lack of information, you're going to ask yourself a question that is purely a fabrication of the mind. Depending on your beliefs, mental programming and personality, the intensity and emotion of fear has set in.
▸ For example:
Take the case of someone who underestimates or lacks self-confidence. They can't get in touch with their partner.
Directly, she will develop negative thoughts that will make her feel threatened (that she is cheating on him/her, leaving him/her, getting angry, lying to him/her, that a disaster has happened to him/her...). This triggers the entire fear process (programme) in the body from A to Z, which is completely harmful to the health of our immune, psychological, emotional and energetic systems.
That's why it's important to be aware of this small detail that can lead to a person's downfall, to take charge of your life and not let your lack of self-esteem, love, confidence or other personal wounds take over the development of your health and well-being.
The message of fear:
Fear warns us of two things:
1- You have a lack of information:
Our ignorance of the truthis what makes us a feeling of insecurity to encourage us to seek out the truth behind this malaise. In other words, pass judgement on something which is not real but rather a pure illusion of the mind.
▸ If we take the example given above, the message could be :
- Do not invent negative thoughts if the information is not real/confirmed.
- Do not pass negative judgement without knowing the truth from the person concerned.
- Check the information.
- ...
2- You have the wrong information:
We have thousands and thousands of beliefs in our brains, about ourselves, others and life. Here, the message is to inform us that we carry within us information that is incorrect about us in the programmes recorded in our subconscious and the time has come to change it to avoid this emotional discomfort.
▸ For example:
Let's suppose that throughout his childhood, his parents told their child, to protect him of course: "Don't talk to strangers". This belief served to put the child on alert in the absence of his parents throughout his childhood. It worked well, except that when they become adults, they will feel uncomfortable, stressed and have sweaty palms every time they meet new people or a stranger comes up to them. This can be very embarrassing in interviews or simply in everyday life, as it triggers the process of insecurity.
⍈ The message:
The person must change their beliefs about strangers, no longer being a defenceless child but rather a responsible adult who knows how to defend themselves if necessary. They must remember that their safety depends solely on themselves, on their self-confidence, and if they don't know how to do this, they should not hesitate to ask for help.
If the message is not understood and the change is not applied, the emotional charge will become more and more pronounced and may lead to panic attacks, anxiety, etc., which can lead to an energetic and physical blockage. This can lead to a physical and energetic blockage. The result is a person settling for less, not facing up to life's challenges, not evolving, giving in to defeat and ending up believing that life is hard and unfair... Not to mention the damage caused to health (low morale, tiredness, sadness, feelings of powerlessness, procrastination, lack of confidence and self-esteem, weakened immune system...).
❤︎ If you wish, I can arrange a meeting with you to take stock of your concerns, needs and objectives.(no obligation!).
Love:
One way to better understand our emotions is to practise mindfulness, such as meditation or keeping a diary.
When we take the time to pay attention, we can observe what's going on inside us without judgement or attachment. This helps us to better understand why certain emotions arise, which can then lead to greater self-awareness and, ultimately, help us to make more thoughtful decisions in the future.
As awareness grows, so does the number of people ability to love - both for ourselves and for those around us - leading to an even deeper understanding of who we are. we really are deep down.
Find my gratitude journal to help you realise the importance of gratitude in our daily lives.
This journal is a logbook that will follow you throughout the year, helping you to develop self-love and live joyfully.
The desire
Desire is an emotion which occurs when something seems desirable, it may be something material like a new car or something intangible like love or companionship.
By acknowledging the motivating factor behind your emotions - fear or desire - you can start to discover your true motivations in life.
Managing your emotions.
Once you have become aware of your emotions and their root cause, you can begin to manage them more effectively.
The lessons of Louise Hay on self-love stress the importance of loving ourselves unconditionally in order to have the strength to manage our own emotions.
Spinoza also believed that understanding one's own emotions was a way of find inner peace. He says that by understanding why we feel certain things, we can free ourselves from negative thought patterns and create more positive ones.
Understanding our emotions is essential to personal growth and development, because it allows us to get to know ourselves on a deeper level than ever before. Recognising what motivates us - whether it's fear or desire - and learning to manage our emotions are key steps to taking greater control of our lives and finding inner peace. With practice comes progress - so try to explore your feelings every day!
Conclusion:
Our emotions have immense power over our lives, they can shape the way we think, act and interact with the people around us.
By taking the time to reflect on yourself every day and drawing inspiration from great thinkers such as Louise Hay and Baruch SpinozaYou can better understand your own emotional life and make more informed decisions when faced with difficult circumstances.
With this knowledge comes power, the power to understand yourself better so you can live a happier life, filled with useful moments of joy!
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