VampireGirl 0 #1 September 22, 2005 I wanted to share this thought for the day with you all: Emotions need recognition. But not only attention; they also need acceptance as powerful dimensions of who we are. Their influence over who we are capable of becoming is mighty. Respectful attention and willing acceptance of our emotions, whether fear or anger or hateful jealousy, takes away their sting. We can prevent them from growing larger than they are. Like a child who screams and misbehaves more and more fiercely until attention is won, our emotions grow larger and more intense the longer we deny their existence. Our emotions bless us, in reality. They enrich our experiences. They serve as guideposts on the road we're traveling. They serve us well when acknowledged. On the other hand, when ignored or denied, they can immobilize us, even defeat us. My feelings frequent my being, always. They steer my behavior. They reflect my attitudes.www.sneale-create.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sid 1 #2 September 22, 2005 Quote They serve as guideposts on the road we're traveling. But that is all that they are, guideposts.... indications of past experience and an offer of how to deal with a future one. Never believe that your emotions are who you are, they are indications offering one solution to a repeat of a past experience, or a potential reaction to a new one. They are not you, and if the "solution" offered is not truly beneficial they can be trained by action and responsibity for those actions... to more accurately reflect your ability to lead a balanced life. And in the balance lies peace.......Pete Draper, Just because my life plan is written on the back of a Hooter's Napkin, it's still a life plan.... right? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
popsjumper 2 #3 September 22, 2005 C'mon VampireGirl....I'm a simple skydiver, not a philosopher...my brain hurts...My reality and yours are quite different. I think we're all Bozos on this bus. Falcon5232, SCS8170, SCSA353, POPS9398, DS239 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VampireGirl 0 #4 September 22, 2005 Yeah, but my heart hurts today and I have a need to express..www.sneale-create.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
popsjumper 2 #5 September 22, 2005 QuoteYeah, but my heart hurts today and I have a need to express.. My bad, girl...I hope whatever is ailing you clears away and lets the sun shine in.... My reality and yours are quite different. I think we're all Bozos on this bus. Falcon5232, SCS8170, SCSA353, POPS9398, DS239 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RkyMtnHigh 0 #6 September 22, 2005 Sarah..thanks! I needed that reminder today that emotions shouldn't be ignored. Miss you! Hugs, MUA! K _________________________________________ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites