One of the Best Ways We Can Cherish and Honor Our Feelings Before They Overwhelm – Step 5

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“A name
represents
identity, a deep
feeling and holds
tremendous sig-
nificance to its
owner.”

– Rachel Ingber (U.S. author / economist)

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What complex feelings do you find difficult to call by name, lately?

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What is one strong feeling you can name right now to feel better?

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Feelings – Nina Simone (4:57)

Powering up the Divine – Unified Field Meditation LP (17:35)

Analysis: The Power of Naming

Feelings often flood our minds. It Works: How and Why suggests a simple remedy. We name our emotions to tame their force. This practice stops unhelpful panic instantly. We step beyond rigid binaries of good and bad.

Root causes demand honest exploration. Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions guides this deep inquiry. Financial fears or external actions often trigger distress. Thoughtful questions expose hidden triggers.

Rachel Ingber highlights the significance of naming identity. Names carry profound emotional weight. Wellbriety wisdom mirrors this healing approach. “We name our pain to release its grip” (White Bison, 2002, p. 88). Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh also advocated mindful awareness (Hanh, 1991). He taught that welcoming emotions brings inner peace. A Higher Power grants clarity through this gentle honesty. Awareness transforms heavy burdens into light.

References

Hanh, T. N. (1991). Peace Is Every Step: The Path of Mindfulness in Everyday Life (M. McLeod, Ed.). Bantam Books.

White Bison. (2002). The Red Road to Wellbriety. White Bison, Inc.

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Traducción al Español

Citas, Títulos y Referencias

UNA DE LAS MEJORES MANERAS EN QUE PODEMOS APRECIAR Y HONRAR NUESTROS SENTIMIENTOS ANTES DE QUE NOS ABRUMEN – PASO 5

NOMBRARLO LE QUITA EL PODER AL SENTIMIENTO DE “MALO” –

“Nombrar nuestros sentimientos es importante, porque una vez que lo hacemos, podemos empezar a lidiar con ellos. En lugar de entrar en pánico por cómo nos sentimos, podemos decir específicamente cómo nos sentimos. Esto nos aleja de nuestra forma limitada de identificar los sentimientos como ‘buenos’ o ‘malos’ sin mucho punto intermedio.” (Funciona: Cómo y Por Qué, p. 30)

EXCAVANDO LAS RAÍCES Y SACUDIENDO LA TIERRA –

“Supongamos que la inseguridad financiera despierta constantemente estos mismos sentimientos.” “Y si las acciones de los demás son parte de la causa, ¿qué puedo hacer al respecto?” “Preguntas como estas, de las cuales vendrán más a la mente fácilmente en cada caso individual, ayudarán a descubrir las causas fundamentales.” (12 y 12, pp. 53-54)

RACHEL INGBER –

“Un nombre representa la identidad, un sentimiento profundo y tiene un significado tremendo para su dueño.”

— Rachel Ingber

Análisis

Los sentimientos a menudo inundan nuestras mentes. Funciona: Cómo y Por Qué sugiere un remedio simple. Nombramos nuestras emociones para domar su fuerza. Esta práctica detiene el pánico inútil al instante. Salimos de los binarios rígidos de bueno y malo.

Las causas fundamentales exigen una exploración honesta. Doce Pasos y Doce Tradiciones guía esta profunda investigación. Los temores financieros o las acciones externas a menudo provocan angustia. Las preguntas reflexivas exponen los desencadenantes ocultos.

Rachel Ingber destaca el significado de nombrar la identidad. Los nombres llevan un peso emocional profundo. La sabiduría de Wellbriety refleja este enfoque sanador. “Nombramos nuestro dolor para liberar su control” (White Bison, 2002, p. 88). El monje budista Thich Nhat Hanh también abogó por la conciencia plena (Hanh, 1991). Enseñó que acoger las emociones trae paz interior. Un Poder Superior otorga claridad a través de esta honestidad gentil. La conciencia transforma las cargas pesadas en luz.

Pregunta Concluyente

¿Cuál es un sentimiento fuerte que puedes nombrar ahora mismo para sentirte mejor?

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12 responses to “One of the Best Ways We Can Cherish and Honor Our Feelings Before They Overwhelm – Step 5”

  1. E-Dawg Avatar
    E-Dawg

    My faith in Christ and gratitude can make me feel better right now

  2. Sabrina J Avatar
    Sabrina J

    Joy. A strong feeling I have as a part of a community.

  3. Elexi W.S.A. Avatar

    I think my pain symptoms on/off that I’ve been feeling are hard to find what to link pain to, although the feelings are pain, or mental anguish at times.

  4. E-Dawg Avatar
    E-Dawg

    I have some complex feelings right now regarding the Altadena fires that happened 7 months ago. It’s a combination of feelings grief regret anger. Mostly anger as the proof of what really went down is coming to light. It’s one of those things that’s hard to believe that the leadership in Los Angeles would drop the ball in Altadena and the Palisades

  5. Sabrina J Avatar
    Sabrina J

    As part of my gratitude list, I use a feelings wheel to identify what I am feeling at the moment. It is a technique that I will expand to always be aware of the feeling of the moment.

    Being able to have the self-awareness to recognize what I am feeling right now, identify and acknowledge it and let it go. The way I feel is not who I am. However it can impact me in the moment Recognizing them, naming them and being honest about where they come from helps me lead to a healthy relationship with myself.

    Thank you for sharing recovery with me. Grateful

  6. Tony. O Avatar
    Tony. O

    By puting a name to it you give yourself the feeling of control over it.

  7. Bohdi Baba Avatar

    When I am falling in love I find it hard to express that to my partner. Let alone, how these new feelings of wellbeing feel.

  8. Simon Yebio Avatar
    Simon Yebio

    When someone has disregard for me and shows it by displaying behaviors that are uncomfortable

  9. Br. Buddha Avatar
    Br. Buddha

    Good morning everyone + happy Sunday. Here is today’s thought. Sometimes when we pray, we expect our prayers to be answered in a specific way. But sometimes we have to understand that God does answer our prayers in ways in which we did not ask for. But His way is the best way. Keep the faith. Blessings. BB

  10. Adam Avatar
    Adam

    Wanting romance and love but the prospect of dating is daunting. But nothing ventured nothing gained.

  11. brita Avatar
    brita

    when I am a mess I carefully assess the facts of what is going on – this helps me cope & helps me be not just a bag of nerves, which is never helpful.

    1. JB jr. Avatar
      JB jr.

      Sometimes I just have to remember to breathe. Its amazing how quickly I can invent “facts” in my head.

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