Emotional
wellness, also known as emotional well-being or mental health, is the capacity
of an individual to comprehend, express, and control their emotions in a
positive and constructive manner. It entails being emotionally stable and
positive, which is essential for overall well-being.
In
my previous health blog hop, Wellness for SAHM, organized by Rakhi
Jayashankar, I went into a deep discussion about how important wellness is
to our lives. Despite the fact that I covered topics like "Physical
wellness," "Mental and emotional wellness," "Social
wellness," and "Occupational wellness," among others. Also
discussed were all the difficulties of keeping up with those levels
of wellness and how to get beyond them. I also shared a daily wellness checklist
to stay productive and a few lists of affirmations to maintain overall well-being.
As
we all know, SAHMs, working mothers, and mothers of children with disabilities
deal with a lot of emotion every day. Either they are occupied with feeling
undesirable about something, they are unable to devote a lot of time
to their family and children, or they are wasting their time. But it's
time to answer the questions about why, while caring for our family members, we
mothers struggle to control our emotions.
Here
are 7 ways can you manage your Emotional Wellness effectively:-
1. 1. Self-awareness
It means being
sensitive to the underlying reasons and triggers of those emotions as well as
recognizing, acknowledging, and understanding your emotions as they occur. One
should read books and spend a lot of time with himself/herself to create self-awareness.
Being a Mom, You can’t express out your anger to your kids, and regret it
later. Kids learn from what they observe, especially from their mothers. You
need to sit down with yourself and find out how things are going to work out
and how can you keep yourself calm.
- 2. Emotional Management
It is the capacity to successfully manage and control
your emotions. This entails managing stress, worry, anger, and other emotions
in a positive way instead of letting them dominate you.
These strategies can include deep Breathing, Mindfulness,
Positive Reframing, and Problem-Solving etc. It involves making conscious
choices about how you respond to emotions, particularly in interpersonal
relationships. For instance, you might choose to communicate your feelings
calmly and assertively, rather than reacting impulsively or aggressively.
- 3. Emotional resilience
Simply referred to as resilience, is a crucial aspect
of emotional wellness. It is the capacity to adjust to new circumstances,
recover from setbacks, and uphold one's mental and emotional well-being in the
face of difficulty. Resilience is an asset that can enable people to handle the
ups and downs of life with greater strength and calmness. With a positive
outlook, people can view difficulties as chances for development and learning
rather than as impossible challenges. It inspires optimism and hope.
- 4. Cultivate Compassion
It speaks of the capacity to relate to, understand,
and share the experiences and emotions of others. By allowing you to listen
more intently and respond more sensitively, compassion improves communication.
When you are compassionate, you are more likely to ask open-ended questions,
affirm the other person's feelings, and give them a safe space to express
themselves.
- 5. Practice Gratitude
Practicing gratitude is a powerful and simple way to
improve your emotional well-being and overall quality of life. It involves
recognizing and appreciating the positive aspects of your life, even in the
face of challenges. Don't keep your feelings of gratitude to yourself. Let
others know when you appreciate something they've done for you. A simple
"thank you" can go a long way. I appreciate you, Dr. Priyadarshini Maam, Thank you, Ma'am, for showing me "the Art of Gratitude". Once I began
to practice gratitude and recognize how fortunate I am, I noticed a lot of
change in myself.
- 6. Mindfulness
Practice mindfulness by focusing on the present moment
and recognizing the positive aspects of your surroundings. This can include the
taste of your food, the feel of the warm sun, the sound of laughter or even
playing with your little one and whatnot? You need to remind yourself to be
mindful and present in the moment.
I am grateful to Gaurvi Mam for introducing me to the
Art of Journaling, which only allows for the expression of emotions. And I want
to express my sincere gratitude to Ms. Riya, for teaching me how to create art
journals, which has helped me to become more mindful.
- 7. Seeking Help Whenever required
Recognizing
when you require professional assistance, such as therapy or counseling, and
seeking it out to address emotional difficulties or mental health issues. It is
crucial to emotional health and personal development. It means being aware of
when you are experiencing difficulties or emotional distress that you are
unable to handle on your own and taking the required actions to ask for
support, direction, or professional aid from others.
In
conclusion, asking for support when needed is a form of self-care. It's a way
to put yourself first and make sure you have the resources and support you need
to live a happy and emotionally healthy life.
Undoubtedly,
it is appropriate to say that a woman is important for maintaining the mental
well-being of her family. You will be able to help create a healthy
environment at home if you are emotionally stable. This enhances the bond
between a mother and her kids, spouse, and in-laws.
‘This
post is a part of Truly Your Holistic Emotions Blog Hop by Rakhi Jayashankar and Roma Gupta Sinha’
I’ve also learned to prioritize my
emotional wellness, and not feel bad about it. What about you? How are
you taking care of your emotional health?
Also read, WELLNESS FOR STAY-AT-HOME MOMS
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