Transformation Tool #12
Seeking an Objective Opinion
Fearful thoughts and feelings can also be purged by talking them out with someone you trust. Have you ever noticed how much better you feel after a heartfelt talk with a close friend or family member?
As you talk about your struggles, you process the underlying emotions that come along with them and feel cleansed by the time you‘re done " like you have purged all of the negativity from your system.
However, it‘s important to pick your conversation partner carefully. Avoid confiding in people that are overly negative, closed"minded, or judgmental. Instead, try to pick someone who has a lot of life experience, who is generally successful and well"balanced in their own life, and would be supportive and encouraging in their approach to your problem.
Not only will you feel better after hashing out all the details of your struggles with this person, they may be able to provide solid objective insights that you may have missed because you were too emotionally involved in the situation.
