We watched a movie last night which was very good. I’m not going to say the name of it as I will give the ending away. It was so good but so very sad at the end. I couldn’t stop crying. It broke my heart and then thinking about what would happen in another few years if the story continued made it even sadder. So I cried even more.
I was invested in the characters and wanted them to live happily ever after. Those books we read as children have a lot to answer for! I love movies that end well where every part of the story comes to a neat conclusion. This movie concluded in one respect but left me pondering about the next issue that would occur. I loved it though, no matter how upset I was.
Watching movies can be very cathartic in helping us to release our emotions. I don’t think I’ve cried so much at a movie in a long time. But it got my feelings out.
There are times throughout our life when we all need or want to do is cry and let our emotions out. We could be going through heartbreak, grief, stressful times and watching a movie is an excellent way to let the sadness and tears flow. It can help you to make sense of the situation in your own life. Whether the story in the movie is comparable with yours or not. Stepping into someone else’s life and someone else’s emotions, can help us to process what is happening and enable us to be upset.
Thinking about all emotions, here are 5 further ways to help you process and release your feelings.
Reading – Just like watching a movie, reading enables you to get caught up in someone else’s life and life events. You become part of their story and part of their life. You might laugh and cry and even express anger whilst reading a book as the characters go about their day. This is a slower release of emotions than movies, but at the same time you think about things for longer as you read on. Perhaps this helps you to work things out slowly so it doesn’t overwhelm you. The next time you pick up a book, think about any emotions you are trying to work through and maybe the book can help. You could always read a self help book if you prefer.
Talk to a therapist – This is one of the best ways to release your emotions if you are struggling to do so. You might be surprised at what comes up for you as you talk and how it makes you feel. Speaking to a qualified therapist is definitely a healthy way to let go of your feelings. There is no judgement and you are in a safe environment. Whether you are expressing anger, fury, frustration, sadness or grief. Let it all out. There is no shame and the therapist will help you to work through it.
Exercise – Whatever the exercise you love to do, go and do it. If you like to run, then pound those pavements until you feel good or maybe your emotions release once you have completed your exercise. Do you box? If so practice on a punch bag. Or if you practice yoga find a flow or postures that enable you to release those pent up emotions. Maybe being on a bike helps you to think things over and as you look at the lovely scenery around you, you let out a scream or a sigh or let the tears flow as no one is around to see. No matter what form of exercise you do, Notice how you feel afterwards and if it gave you the release you needed.
Write or draw – Be creative. You may love to write your feelings down in a journal or are in the process of writing a book and your emotions are expressed through the characters. Do you love to draw or paint? Then show how you are feeling on canvas or on paper. Use the colours or shading that best reflects what your emotions are. There are no rules so go wild and free flowing or be structured in your approach if you prefer.
Rage room – Feeling stressed or angry or hurt? Then why not go to a rage room. These are rooms set up specifically to be destroyed. You can do this on your own or with some friends. Enter the room and destroy what’s there. Throw items to the ground, let your emotions take over. Do what you need to do to feel better. You might throw plates or pictures or furniture or just stamp on them. Whatever is available in the room is yours to destroy. Just don’t hurt anyone in the room. This is about destruction of items to release your emotions. If you are holding on to some anger, frustration or sadness, then why not give it a go.
So if you are feeling in need of an emotional release in future, and want to find ways to express your emotions then find what works best for you. You may want to give them all a try to see what helps you.
Thank you for reading. Have a great week.
Look after you! Love Emma xx
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