Emotional Strength Training, Part IMonday, March 24 2008 Emotional Strength By Audrey Marlene, MS When we hear of strength training we immediately think of lifting weights or something to do with physical strength. It seems as if more focus is given to physical fitness and to a lesser degree one's emotional fitness. Emotional fitness must receive more attention because without it we can become emotionally and mentally paralyzed, unable to achieve the kind of success we deserve. Some of us are emotionally stronger than others. The emotionally strong person can handle enormous challenges without falling apart. They will constantly find solutions for whatever comes their way and keep progressing. The not so emotionally strong person will cave in when faced with the pressure and challenges of life. Some may become depressed, others may give in to drugs and alcohol to cope, while others may become overwhelmed with stress and give up. Many people invest in self-help books, searching for answers while others meet frequently with a therapist to find solutions. Some attend seminars or purchase offers of feeling better, longing to feel something inside they know they lack. What many don't realize is that the "lose it or lose it rule" that applies to physical strength training also applies to emotional strength training. Join me this week as we take on a workout schedule for some emotional strength training. There is no one magic formula for emotional strength training, however we will examine why it is important and the different ways in which we can improve our emotional strength.
Emotional Strength Training, Part IITuesday, March 25, 2008Emotional Boundaries By Audrey Marlene, MS The first step to emotional strength training is defining your boundaries. By setting emotional boundaries you are identifying how you want to feel and what it would take to feel that way. For example, if you want to be treated with respect, you must know how much you are willing to tolerate and accept from others. By defining your emotional boundaries you are protecting yourself and building emotional muscle at the same time. By knowing your emotional boundaries, the subconscious take over and helps to alert you when the boundaries have been crossed. For example, if you have your boundaries set and you are in an unhealthy relationship where you despise the way you are treated, your subconscious will keep reminding you of your boundaries and help you to make a decision for change. It will assist you in take the necessary steps to protect yourself. In the meantime you are strengthening your emotions and building self-respect. Setting emotional boundaries helps you to stay motivated in achieving what you want to feel. Remember it's all about the way you feel and as you realize new boundaries each day you establish a new set of rules for yourself. As you live by these rules the feelings you want to feel will emerge. The emotional muscles will just keep growing and before long you will have the stamina to handle any challenges that arise in your life. Determine how you want to feel, Know what you are willing to accept. Know what you are willing to do to begin to feel emotionally strong. Remember this is how you set your emotional boundaries.
Emotional Strength Training, Part IIIWednesday, March 26, 2008Letting Go of Emotional Baggage By Audrey Marlene, MS "Let's not forget that the little emotions are the great captains of our lives and we obey them without realizing it." - Vincent Van Gogh Weight training helps to reduce the risk of injury and allows the body to withstand stress. So it is when strength training emotionally - you are more equipped to handle the crises in your life and you are less vulnerable to hurt or sorrow. In order for emotional strength training to progress, it is important to let go of the emotional baggage that holds you back. Its amazing how emotional baggage can take up permanent residence in our lives because letting them go feels too uncomfortable. You may have had to endure severe trauma as a child or adult, feeling guilty or shameful over some past event, or festering with anger or resentment. You may have difficulty forgiving someone who hurt you and have developed an emotional wall, impossible for love to penetrate. Emotional strength training can only take place when free yourself of other unnecessary weight and cares and allow yourself the freedom to emotionally breathe. In order to let go of the emotional baggage you must never allow events of the past to define who you are. The past is the past and must be used as lessons for the future but never to block our emotional pathway to achieving success. It can become easy to allow others or certain experiences to define you - now it's time to put an end to the old way and get ready for emotional liberation. Get to know the true you by defining your value system, what you believe in, what gets you excited, and who you want to be perceived as. Be ready and willing to let go of old perceptions to feel the ferocity within to become emotionally strong.
Emotional Strength Training, Part IVThursday, March 27, 2008 Quotes on Emotions By Audrey Marlene, MS
Emotional Strength Training, Part VFriday, March 28, 2008Workout Schedule for Building Emotional Muscle By Audrey Marlene, MS So how do you know if you need some emotional strength training? There is no magical formula for building emotional strength. It requires a combination of self-control, discipline, ferocity, determination, courage, and faith to stick with the workout schedule. Here are some important components of emotional strength training: If you stick to this workout schedule in time you will become stronger emotionally. Remember, Remember, repetition is the key to building stronger emotional muscle. Begin your emotional strength training today. .
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