Why do some children become sad, withdrawn, insecure, or angry, whereas others become happy, curious, affectionate, and self-confident?

It's not unusual for the holidays to bring up anxiety. But, a little emotion education and a few tips go a long way to getting through.

Many of us are afraid, uncomfortable, or reluctant to know our internal world. Here are some of the reasons:

But we can shift our mind to be in the present moment. And when we do, we wake up a visceral part of us. I am alive. I am here.

Many of us as children or adolescents shared our feelings with the “wrong” person - someone whose response was to humiliate or reject us.

Slowing down will allow you to notice more about your emotional world. Want to experiment?