BTF #110 - Emotions are Information
You learn a lot about yourself by exploring your feelings
Earlier this month’s introduction to Upward Spirals mentioned that different emotional states have different impacts on the brain and body. Quick recap: challenging emotions narrow our focus so we can deal with impending threats. More pleasant emotions open us up to new information, experiences, learning, and neuro-flexibility.
But have you ever pondered the question: what are our feelings good for?
Emotions are many things. They can be culture, attachment, or enjoyment factories.
Know what else emotions are? Information. When I work with my clients we often spend time getting to know their emotional landscape more completely. Here’s a bit on how and why.