Psychologist Dr. Mary Flett joined me to explore these aspects of emotional health:
The difference between emotional health and mental health
The reality that all humans experience a range of emotions and different levels of intensity
Emotional development begins in infancy
As we get into later childhood, an awareness of “self” starts to emerge, which is influenced by culture, family, social cues, and more
Even unpleasant emotions serve a purpose! For example, anger motivates action, disgust encourages avoidance
The value of naming an emotion to separate it from the story we tell ourselves about the emotion
Emotional health is not something that we achieve; it is an ongoing experience of curiosity, learning, and growth
Resources we mentioned:
You can learn more about Dr. Mary Flett at drmaryflett.com.
If you enjoyed this conversation, you’ll want to see me and Dr. Mary chatting LIVE in Sonoma on August 24th:
Thanks for being here,
~Allison
Remember that this information is meant to educate and inspire, but is not medical advice. Please consult your healthcare team to determine what is most appropriate for you.
