Emotional Regulation
Why Naming What You Feel Actually Changes How You Feel
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Neuroscience shows that labeling an emotion — simply saying 'I feel anxious' — activates the prefrontal cortex and measurably reduces amygdala activity.
Neuroscience shows that labeling an emotion — simply saying 'I feel anxious' — activates the prefrontal cortex and measurably reduces amygdala activity.
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Reflection
What would change if you applied this to your life today?
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