Episode Transcript
[00:00:00] Speaker A: Yo, what's up, fam? Rileyhart here.
[00:00:02] Speaker B: And let's get real for a sec.
[00:00:04] Speaker A: You ever feel like you're carrying around this backpack of emotions, full of stress, anxiety, that one embarrassing moment from high school?
[00:00:12] Speaker B: You know the drill.
[00:00:13] Speaker A: You're walking around like a human emotional.
[00:00:15] Speaker B: Pinata ready to explode at any second. Yeah, me too. But guess what?
There's a way to release that pent up energy and actually feel good again.
[00:00:26] Speaker A: That's right. We're diving into emotional release.
[00:00:28] Speaker B: Not just some hippie dippy concept, but.
[00:00:30] Speaker A: A legit superpower for your mental health.
This ain't about burying your feelings under.
[00:00:35] Speaker B: A mountain of pizza. Although let's be honest, sometimes that's tempting.
[00:00:39] Speaker A: We're talking about healthy ways to process.
[00:00:41] Speaker B: Those emotions so you can level up your mental game.
[00:00:44] Speaker A: First things first, accepting that it's okay to feel like, seriously, give yourself permission to feel the feels.
[00:00:53] Speaker B: Don't try to shove them down like they're dirty laundry.
[00:00:57] Speaker A: Bottling up emotions is basically setting yourself.
[00:00:59] Speaker B: Up for major emotional meltdown later on.
It's like trying to ignore that notification from your ex is just gonna keep popping up until you deal with it. Next up, find your release method.
[00:01:10] Speaker A: We're not talking about screaming into the void, although sometimes that feels good.
[00:01:15] Speaker B: I'm talking about healthy outlets.
[00:01:18] Speaker A: Exercise, journaling, creating art, dancing like nobody's watching because let's be real, they probably aren't. Or e, maybe even just chilling with the bestie and venting.
[00:01:28] Speaker B: Find what works for you and embrace it.
[00:01:30] Speaker A: And listen, don't underestimate the power of self compassion.
[00:01:33] Speaker B: You're not perfect and that's okay.
Be kind to yourself, especially when things get tough.
[00:01:40] Speaker A: Imagine talking to your best friend who's going through a rough patchou'd be supportive, right?
Treat yourself with the same level of understanding and care.
[00:01:48] Speaker B: Now let's talk about boundaries.
This one's crucial for emotional well being.
[00:01:54] Speaker A: Saying no is not selfish, it's self preservation. You gotta protect your energy, especially from toxic people or situations that drain you.
It's like choosing which Instagram accounts to follow.
[00:02:05] Speaker B: And follow the drama and negativity. Keep the vibes positive.
[00:02:09] Speaker A: Lastly, remember this.
[00:02:11] Speaker B: Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you're struggling, talk to someone you trust, a therapist, or even reach out to a hotline.
[00:02:20] Speaker A: There are people who care about you.
[00:02:22] Speaker B: And want to help.
[00:02:23] Speaker A: You don't have to go through this alone. Ever feel like your emotions are running the show?
Like you're constantly on edge, feeling overwhelmed, or just plain burnt out?
You know that feeling when Your anxiety.
[00:02:35] Speaker B: Starts spiraling and all you want to do is hide under a mountain of blankets.
That's what I mean.
[00:02:41] Speaker A: Emotional release ain't just about feeling good.
[00:02:43] Speaker B: It's about taking control of your mental health.
Think about it like this.
[00:02:48] Speaker A: Imagine you're playing a video game with limited storage space.
If you keep downloading all those unnecessary apps and files, eventually the game crashes.
Your emotions are kind of like that. If you don't release them in healthy.
[00:03:01] Speaker B: Ways, they can overload your system and lead to burnout, anxiety, or even depression.
It's not glamorous, but it's real talk.
[00:03:09] Speaker A: Think back to a time when you felt really overwhelmed.
[00:03:12] Speaker B: Maybe it was during finals week, after a big argument with a friend, or.
[00:03:16] Speaker A: Even just dealing with the daily grind of social media.
What did you do?
Did you scroll through TikTok for hours.
[00:03:23] Speaker B: Eat an entire bag of chips, or.
[00:03:25] Speaker A: Maybe even isolate yourself from everyone?
You probably weren't consciously thinking about emotional release, but that's what you were doing. Trying to cope with those intense feelings in whatever way felt easiest at the moment.
The thing is, sometimes those coping mechanisms.
[00:03:40] Speaker B: Don'T actually help in the long run.
They might provide temporary relief, but they don't address the underlying issue.
That's where emotional release comes in.
[00:03:49] Speaker A: It's about actively processing your emotions in.
[00:03:51] Speaker B: A healthy and constructive way so you can feel lighter, more grounded, and ultimately more in control.
It's Friday night.
[00:03:59] Speaker A: You're supposed to be hanging out with your squad, but you're feeling super drained.
[00:04:04] Speaker B: You know everyone's going out, having fun and making memories, but you just want.
[00:04:08] Speaker A: To stay home and binge watch Netflix.
[00:04:11] Speaker B: You try to convince yourself it's okay.
[00:04:13] Speaker A: To chill, but a little voice in the back of your head keeps whispering.
[00:04:16] Speaker B: That you're missing out. Sound familiar?
[00:04:19] Speaker A: That feeling of social pressure mixed with exhaustion is real.
[00:04:22] Speaker B: Like trying to juggle flaming torches while riding a unicycle on a tightrope you're not obligated to be on all the.
[00:04:29] Speaker A: Time, especially if you're feeling emotionally drained.
It takes courage and self awareness to.
[00:04:34] Speaker B: Recognize when you need a break, even if everyone else seems like they're having a blast.
So remember fam, emotional release ain't some mystical unicorn thing.
[00:04:43] Speaker A: It's about taking care of your mental.
[00:04:45] Speaker B: Health, setting boundaries, and being kind to yourself.
Practice those five key takeaways, find your.
[00:04:51] Speaker A: Own emotional release methods, and don't be afraid to reach out for help when you need it. You got this.
Now go out there, level up your.
[00:04:59] Speaker B: Emotional game, and make today epic.
Don't forget to tag me in your.
[00:05:03] Speaker A: TikTok about how you're practicing emotional release. Let's see those self carerricksvides and if you enjoyed this episode, hit that follow button, leave a rating and share it with your squad.
[00:05:14] Speaker B: Because mental health is a conversation worth having.
[00:05:17] Speaker A: Peace out.
[00:05:23] Speaker C: This podcast is created with the help of advanced AI to deliver thoughtful affirmations and positive messages just for you.
