There is an expression: “It’s always darkest, before the dawn” which could apply to many situations.
Emotions, I believe, are similar to muscles. The more you use them, the more you shape them. The stronger they become: either well-defined or bigger, stronger. The same with emotions. What you do with them shapes you: happier, sadder, able to cope, or ready to give up, give in, give over. And, in extreme cases, get even.
Emotions are infectious. One person’s emotional energy can change an atmosphere. Sometimes, it’s good, where a happy person can bring a smile to others. It seems to lighten their moods. Anger can darken the moods of others, and make them think dark thoughts, too. Constantly feeding your emotions thoughts of anger, rejection, or upset can make some people do dark things. But, if they had a way to control those thoughts, perhaps, they would think twice before committing erroneous behavior.
What is an emotional anchor, and how do you get one?
Well, what is sculpted muscle? It is a part of you that you work on, practice with, exercise over and over again. So, too, is an emotional anchor. It is the practice of deciding to do something, and practicing it over and over again. The anchor part comes with choosing a thought that makes it all worthwhile: love of someone or something. It is a belief that makes Life all worthwhile.
Another saying is that “what you think about will come your way.” It means your thoughts bring your future. So don’t give up thinking about good things. At the very least you’ll feel happy while you do.
There’s one more saying that comes to mind: “If you don’t use it, you’ll lose it.” Back to the muscle again: Practice what you want to happen…and it will. While, perhaps, simplistic, these sayings are born of truth….somebody’s, anyway. They have lasted over time because others have related to them. Proving they must contain some kernel of truth…if only to those who remembered them. These are some of the emotional “muscles” that have gotten us through Life. And, you’re here.
So good for you for never giving up!
