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Quit Moralizing Your Emotions!


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Are you constantly judging your emotions as good or bad? Do you feel guilty for experiencing “negative” feelings? In this episode, Amie dives deep into the tendency we often have of moralizing our emotions. Learn why it’s important to notice and name your feelings, to become aware of when you might be suppressing emotions, and how to embrace all of your emotions with self-compassion.

Listen to learn:

  • Why moralizing emotions is unhealthy

  • Practical tips to increase awareness of when you’re moralizing your feelings

  • How to separate your self-worth from your emotional experiences

  • Techniques for making peace with the full range of human emotions

  • Referenced in this episode:

    • Feelings Wheel

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                            • Road to Recovery - Free monthly webinar with Luke and Alana Gordon for couples navigating the relational aspects that come along the road to recovery.

                              • Choosing to Stay Webinar - Hali Roderick teaches this free monthly webinar for couples choosing to stay together after infidelity.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

                                • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Empowered Divorce Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with Amie Woolsey for those who are leaning toward divorce.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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                                      Amie Woolsey - Life Coach CPC, ICF, ELI-MP, CLDS, APSATS Trainee

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