Letting Go

Deal with your emotions in a healthy way

Instructions

Acknowledge the emotional weight you are carrying.
Begin by introspectively examining the emotional baggage you're bearing. This includes past regrets, present anxieties, and uncertainties about the future. Reflect by asking, "What specific moments from my past often replay in my mind?" or "What worries seem to constantly hover around my thoughts?" Write them down.
Feel the emotions associated with those weights. Dedicate quiet moments to truly feel and understand your emotions. Remember, emotions are temporary and they don't define who you are.
Release judgment or resistance around the emotion.
As you identify feelings that are disruptive or no longer beneficial, take a moment to release any guilt, fear, or judgment surrounding them. Ask, "Why am I holding onto this feeling? What would happen if I released it?"
Express the emotion constructively. Whenever you feel burdened by a particular emotion, find an appropriate way to vent. This could be discussing it with a trusted friend, penning your feelings in your journal, or communicating it through art.
Practice mindful breathing when overwhelmed by strong emotions.
When a powerful emotion takes hold, anchor yourself with deep, mindful breaths. Inhale deeply, hold for three counts, and exhale slowly. Ground yourself in the present moment and remind yourself: "This emotion is temporary. I am in control."
Let go of the emotion.
After acknowledging and expressing the emotion, visualize yourself letting it go. Picture the emotion as a leaf floating away on a stream, distancing itself from you until it's out of sight. Feel the weight lifting as you do this. Remember, you have the power to let go.