Neither repressing, nor labeling, nor indulging. Just holding the space. It’s alchemy. Merging of two into total stillness and silence.

The heat of emotion meets the coolness of awareness — and what remains is absolutely amazing.

When emotions get loud, you sense it in the body first, as tight shoulders, a clenched jaw, a fluttery gut. Mindfulness helps you to see, name, and nurture that energy so it can move rather than build up.

Our emotions shape our inner landscape. This post explores those eight emotions that shape much of our daily reactivity, and practices that loosen their grip on you.

Emotions are deeply embodied. When we turn toward them, we unlock power and wisdom. This post shows you why this practice works.