The 7 Things Resilient People Do Differently (And How They Can Help You Succeed in Business and Life)
Emotional Habits by Akash Karia is a thought-provoking book that delves into the various emotional habits we develop and provides practical techniques to overcome negative patterns, leading to a happier and more fulfilled life.
Emotional resilience is key to navigating the challenges of life, and this attribute is built on the foundation of understanding and managing one's emotions effectively. You see, emotions play a fundamental role in shaping our perception of reality. They can color our worldview, with negative emotions in particular having an exaggerated influence on how we interpret and respond to events around us.
It's important to note that the aim of emotional resilience isn't to suppress or ignore these emotions, but rather to recognize them and allow oneself to experience them fully. At the same time, the power of positivity shouldn't be overlooked either. Even in the midst of seemingly negative circumstances, there are often positive elements to be found, if only one chooses to seek them out and concentrate on them. It's this balance of acknowledging the negative while seeking the positive that lays the groundwork for emotional resilience.
Emotional resilience is a skill that, with practice, anyone can cultivate, and its significance can't be overstated. Research has consistently shown that resilience is a decisive factor in whether individuals thrive or falter when faced with adversity. The ability to overcome negative emotions and persist toward one's goals despite setbacks is an invaluable trait that can boost happiness and fulfillment in both personal and professional contexts.
And so for this, the first habit to cultivate is just to acknowledge one's feelings. This involves not just recognizing the emotions as they arise, but also accepting responsibility for them. Every emotion, be it joy or anger, fear or excitement, carries with it a positive intention or message. It could be a signal that something in your environment requires your attention, or a reminder of a value or aspiration that you hold dear.
Acknowledging and understanding these messages requires you to let go of any judgment or shame associated with those emotions. Perhaps you feel guilt when you assert your needs, or embarrassment when you show vulnerability. Such self-judgment can make it difficult for you to fully understand and accept your emotions. Recognizing this tendency is the first step toward overcoming it.
To illustrate this point, consider a situation in which you're feeling frustrated and stressed because you're unable to meet a tight deadline at work. Rather than berating yourself for being overwhelmed, acknowledge the stress and frustration. Understand that these emotions are signals telling you that something isn't right – maybe the deadline is unrealistic, or perhaps you need additional resources to complete the task. Accept that it's completely natural to feel stressed in such situations, and there's no need for self-judgment or shame.
This shift in perspective is the cornerstone of emotional resilience. By acknowledging, accepting, and understanding your emotions, you empower yourself to manage them effectively and, in doing so, influence your reality in a positive way. This is the first step on the journey toward greater emotional resilience and a happier, more fulfilling life.
Emotional Habits (2016) offers seven practical steps that anyone can implement to take control of their emotional lives and live with more resilience when overcoming life’s personal and professional challenges.
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