Recognising My Feelings
Make a list of 10 – 15 words that describe the pain you feel about losing your mum. This is a simple awareness exercise that allows you to be conscious of the feelings that are living inside you on a daily basis.
Example: sad, lonely, lost, scared, empty, unhappy, afraid, miserable
Below is an extensive word list that will help guide you
Once you have written your feeling words down, just read over your list and let them sink in to your body, without denying their existence. By being aware that these feelings are living inside you, it gives you the opportunity to nurture them when they show up in life. So often we run away from what we feel. When we can learn to nurture our feelings, not only can it be empowering, but it can be seen as an act of love. It will help to normalise your grief and feel less like you are going crazy.
Over the next few days, when a feeling shows up, instead of pushing it away, nurture the feeling with love and see how different it feels for you. Enjoy the awareness.
Emotional Word list
Calm – Relaxed
At ease, Easy going, Peaceful, Safe, Tame, Calm, Mellow, Quiet, Cool, Mild, Relaxed
Vigorous – Active
Active, Daring, Enthusiastic, Spirited, Wild, Adventurous, Lively, Energetic
Happy – Joyful
Optimistic, Terrific, Carefree, Fantastic, Thrilled, Cheerful, Funny, Joyful, Pleasant,
Wonderful, Glad, Pleased, Lucky, Happy, Excited, High
Contented – Powerful
Courageous, Forceful, Strong, Bold, Delighted, Successful, Brave, Dominant, Important,
Powerful, Brilliant, Effective, Independent, Proud, Confident, Fearless
Concerned – Caring
Helpful, Kind, Understanding, Caring, Forgiving, Unselfish, Generous, Nice, Comforting,
Gentle, Interested, Obliging, Concerned, Giving, Sympathetic
Respectful – Loving
Admired, Lovable, Loved, Loving, Respected, Respectable
Tense – Anxious
Alarmed, Impatient, Jumpy, Panicky, Uneasy, Anxious, Jittery, Nervous, Tense, Worried
Sad – Depressed
Blue, Gloomy, Lonely, Sad, Tearful, Glum, Low, Unhappy, Down, Miserable, Unloved, Depressed, Sorrowful, Mournful
Angry – Hostile
Agitated, Bitter, Furious, Nasty, Aggravated, Outraged, Spiteful, Angry, Annoyed, Heartless,
Vindictive, Vengeful, Hostile, Resentful, Violent, Rude, Disgusted, Ruthless, Inconsiderate, Vicious
Tired – Apathetic
Apathetic, Sleepy, Tired, Fatigued, Weary, Bored, Exhausted, Run Down, Sluggish
Confused – Bewildered
Baffled, Doubtful, Shaken, Bewildered, Hesitant, Uncertain, Confused, Lost, Scattered, Speechless, Unsure
Criticised – Shamed
Abused, Criticised, Put Down, Belittled, Embarrassed, Shamed, Cheapened, Humiliated, Ridiculed, Slandered
Inadequate – Weak
Inadequate, Insignificant, Small, Unworthy, Incapable, Useless, Incompetent, Unable,
Vulnerable, Fragile, Powerless, Weak, Helpless, Hopeless, Unimportant, Worthless, Inferior
