How to get rid of Emotional Hangover?
Have you ever felt drained leaving behind toxic bonds or cutting yourself off from that bad job? If yes then this article is just for you! Let’s delve into the feeling of- “Emotional Hangover” and learn some hacks to get rid of it. In the process of evolution humans have always been highly intellectual and have always topped the pyramid but when it comes to emotions and feelings we are this complex puzzle which not even us humans can truly solve. “Emotion” is typically defined as a strong feeling such as anger, love, fear, sadness, etc. “Hangover” literally means an unpleasant relic left from prior events. “Emotional Hangover” is when an individual experiences an extremely stressful or overwhelming situation it can be either positive or negative. It can be as joyful as being a new parent or as sad as facing the death of your loved ones. It is the feeling of getting overwhelmed by the situation, by the change you are going to experience starting from the very moment. It is about the transition in your life, the change of dynamics in your life or environment that is emotionally exhausting.
How can I get rid of this Emotional Hangover? Is there a way? Yes indeed to free yourself or anyone around you in distress simply perceive “CARE” a beautiful abbreviation we have curated just for you!
CARE stands for:
C– Connect & Communicate
A– Accept & Acknowledge
R– Reflect
E– Engage in Mindfulness.
Let’s understand each objective one by one:
1. C- Connect & Communicate:
Communicate with your loved ones, share your feelings with them from time to time. Allow yourself to express your emotions to them. Connect with your family members and people you find comfortable.
2. A- Accept & Acknowledge:
Truly accept and acknowledge the feeling. Stay with it for a while and let it sink in completely. Recognise your feelings are valid and allow yourself to process them.
3. R- Reflect:
Now that we have accepted the feeling it’s time to reflect on that feeling. Understand where it is rooting from? How is it making you feel? Try to seek learning from those experiences and grow from it.
4. E- Engage in Mindfulness:
Being in the present moment is a beautiful gift one can give to themselves. Let go of any negative thoughts you are holding any dreadful memories adding to the list. Truly be with yourself and see yourself flourish.
“CARE” for yourself and see the world around you change! As we all know- “Change is the only constant” but so is “CARE”