Understanding What Your Feelings Are Trying to Tell You

Understanding What Your Feelings Are Trying to Tell You

Ever wondered why your emotions seem all over the place? In this episode of Addiction Unlimited, Angela Pugh dives into the intricate world of feelings and how they affect your journey to sobriety. Angela, a seasoned Life Coach and ex-party girl turned sober entrepreneur, shares her wisdom on understanding and managing emotions. She kicks off with 'Feelings 101', explaining that emotions are temporary and can range from mild to intense. The key takeaway?

There are no 'good' or 'bad' feelings – they're all just feedback guiding you on what needs attention in your life. Angela emphasises the importance of recognising and naming your emotions, even if it's just starting with basics like mad, sad, and glad. She introduces the six primary emotions – love, joy, surprise, anger, sadness, and fear – and discusses how we often overlook joy and surprise.

Angela also shares personal anecdotes about her early recovery struggles with identifying emotions and how she learned to manage them. This episode is packed with practical advice on how to express emotions positively and avoid relapse by seeking solutions rather than drowning in a bottle. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, feeling detached, or struggling with insecurity, Angela's candid and humorous approach makes complex emotional concepts easy to understand.

Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation that promises to change how you view and handle your feelings. Ready to get a grip on your emotions? Tune in and take the first step towards emotional freedom.