Hello everyone,
Emotions is what we all experience, though, how we express it differs from person to person.
One thing I have come to understand is that I find it difficult to open up about some emotions, especially my fears. I can talk about a lot of things, but when it comes to my fears,worries,and insecurities, I keep them to myself. Not because I am strong enough to handle them, but because I feel vulnerable expressing them.
Fear made me believe that if I reveal what is going on inside of me I may be judged,criticized, misunderstood, laughed at etc.so I would rather choose silent.
I sometimes choose silence over honesty, even when I need someone to talk to.
Truthfully, what helps me open up is the assurance of safety, especially when I know that I am safe,my information is safe with you without judgment,criticism, and mockery .
Safety gives me strength to be honest.
Emotional safety is a gift.Fear loses its power,when I feel safe
I have learnt that opening up is not a sign of weakness. It is an act of courage that becomes possible when trust and safety are present. While I continue to grow in expressing my emotions, I also hope to become someone who provides that same sense of safety for others—a person who creates an atmosphere where people feel free to be honest about their fears without fear of rejection.
All I need and ever need is the assurance that i are safe. In that safety, I open up my worries and it helps me in my healing process.
