I began to name my emotions on a chalkboard full of words describing feelings. It was difficult at the time. I was sad but began to learn the reasons why. Feelings are indicators not navigators. They are the fruit not the root.
'Feelings are indicators not navigators.' Such wisdom there.
A lot of the work Christine does with children at the school where she works is giving them the vocabulary to name their emotions. Once they are able to accurately name what they are feeling, they are able to develop more helpful responses than the lashing out or retreating or whatever behaviour got them referred to her.
I began to name my emotions on a chalkboard full of words describing feelings. It was difficult at the time. I was sad but began to learn the reasons why. Feelings are indicators not navigators. They are the fruit not the root.
'Feelings are indicators not navigators.' Such wisdom there.
A lot of the work Christine does with children at the school where she works is giving them the vocabulary to name their emotions. Once they are able to accurately name what they are feeling, they are able to develop more helpful responses than the lashing out or retreating or whatever behaviour got them referred to her.
I wish I had that training in my youth. Good for her! We’re raising awareness as we live in the new space. I’m loving the vision!
Amazing advice! I want to share this with everyone. <3