When our thoughts are disconnected from our feelings, and when our brains are disconnected from our bodies, we become either rigid or chaotic, unable to process our current reality with flexibility. Naming and talking about feelings integrates our mind/body state so that we can work through difficulties in adaptive ways.
Hey Aaron, can attest to the value of these practices. Trust me, I'm still in progress!! Part of our angst seems to be our body trying to get our attention. I really try to operate in mindfulness; awareness of when people or circumstances attempt to disturb inner peace. Breathing practices also help me.
Thanks for sharing! I echo the benefit of mindfulness practices, especially breathing and body scan. The technical terms for this awareness are neuroception / interoception, and I am very thankful they can be increased and strengthened with practice.
Hey Aaron, can attest to the value of these practices. Trust me, I'm still in progress!! Part of our angst seems to be our body trying to get our attention. I really try to operate in mindfulness; awareness of when people or circumstances attempt to disturb inner peace. Breathing practices also help me.
Thanks for sharing! I echo the benefit of mindfulness practices, especially breathing and body scan. The technical terms for this awareness are neuroception / interoception, and I am very thankful they can be increased and strengthened with practice.