We read and hear about this all the time, about how we have to \u201ccontrol\u201d our emotions, and how some emotions are \u201cnegative.\u201d \u00a0Emotions are simply feelings, and these feelings are information about what\u2019s happening within. Angry, happy, sad, scared, and bored are messages from the inner voice suggesting courses of action, and trying to censor or determine what information comes along inevitably leads to confusion, guilt, disease, self-destruction or hatred, and possibly substance abuse. \u00a0Overeating is the number one numbing means for uncomfortable emotions, followed by overwork, alcohol, and tobacco.<\/p>\n
While we cannot control our emotions nor should we want to, we can influence them with the only thing in life that we do have total control over \u2013 our thoughts. We can only be responsible for our actions and reactions, which include our thinking.<\/p>\n
Instead of chasing \u201chappiness” let us experience the balance of human life while staying connected to and respectful of our inner voice.<\/p>\n
For instance, if we choose to obsess about the imaginary future, trying to cover every possible turn of events unknown to us, then fear and worry will follow that stagnated thinking and suffocate us. On the other hand, if we take a calm or mindful approach and plan for the future and focus our thoughts on the wonders of the moment \u2013 our emotions will consequently relate to the flow of the moment. To do this, we must build inner confidence to handle whatever new adventure confronts us. \u00a0Hypnotherapy can help you regain your confidence and be more connected to your true core self – creating joy within.<\/p>\n