At times it is difficult for us to share our emotions with trusted individuals in our lives. This isn’t due to our lack of wanting to but often can be a result of struggling to name our emotions. When we can name our emotions, we are able to express ourselves in a truthful way and identify triggers for particularly painful emotions. Naming our emotions does not remove our feelings but rather gently guides us to greater levels of healing.
 
An emotion wheel is a great tool that helps us name our emotions.

• Find an emotion on the inner circle of the wheel. (Embarrassed)
• Move to the second layer to find a descriptive word for that emotion. (Worthless).
• Go to the outermost level for an even greater descriptive word. (Insignificant).  

 
Feelings that come with grief can be overwhelming and complex. Once you can name your emotions you can look for specific resources for those emotions. We know that sharing your emotions is a bold step and you are not alone!

This week, be encouraged to write down what emotion or emotions you identify with on the wheel above. Be encouraged to share these feelings with God and ask the Holy Spirit to speak to you as you take time to be alone with Him at this moment.