One of the best ways I’ve found to understand my feelings better is through body scanning.

This means lying down or sitting comfortably and paying attention to different parts of my body. I notice any sensations, tightness, or discomfort.

When I do this, I start to connect my physical feelings with my emotions.

I usually begin at my toes and slowly work my way up to the top of my head. I take my time to really feel each area.

By focusing on my body, I often discover emotions I didn't even know I had.

Another helpful method is thought labeling.

When I feel overwhelmed or anxious, I pause for a moment and think about what I’m experiencing.

For example, I might tell myself, "I’m feeling anxious," or "That thought is frustration."

This helps distance me from the emotion, making it easier to understand what I'm feeling without getting caught up in it completely.

Journaling is also a fantastic tool.

There’s something powerful about writing down how I feel.

I usually start with phrases like "Today I feel…" or "I'm noticing I'm…" and let my thoughts flow onto the page.

This helps me see patterns in my emotions over time and figure out what might be triggering them.

Lastly, I find that breath awareness is very calming.

Focusing on my breath helps me stay in the present moment.

It creates a space where my emotions can come up without judgment.

Just noticing my breathing often leads me to recognize deeper feelings that I might be trying to ignore.

Using these techniques in my daily life has really helped me recognize, accept, and understand my emotions better.

This has opened the door to feeling more emotionally healthy.