How to Guide: Emotional Courage

I'm so inspired by seeing people act courageously in their relationships.

Sometimes people think that courage means that you don't feel anxiety or fear. They think it's defined by an absence of feeling.

But what courage really is, is feeling anxious, feeling uncomfortable, and taking steps towards your goals anyway.

It's not the absence of feeling; it's moving forward in the presence of challenging feelings.

If you want to practice courage in the emotional realm and in your relationships, ask yourself one simple question: in the situation you're in, what would feel like the more vulnerable thing to do?

Maybe what would feel more vulnerable is stepping up and speaking up.

Maybe what would feel more vulnerable is stepping back and listening.

There's not one right answer for every situation, because in each moment you'll get to ask yourself: what would feel more vulnerable right now?

Courage is asking yourself that question, and then taking a step towards the more vulnerable choice.

Does that sound scary? The good news is: you're strong enough to do it.

And if you’re not feeling strong enough? Well, I can help. Get in touch here so we can talk about starting therapy.