Our emotions have the potential to shift many of our actions and decisions, and rightfully so. But did you know emotions are simply energy in motion?
They can manifest as sensations throughout the body, such as contraction and tension in times of stress or relaxation and expansion during periods of joy and happiness.
Labeling emotions as positive or negative shapes our inner state, which then influences our actions and behaviors. But before labeling, emotions begin as potential energy, seeking expression. As energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed, our emotional energy needs guidance and direction, and we are in the driver's seat.
The key to directing this energy is to be deeply connected to ourselves. The more in tune we are with our internal energy balance, the more we can direct it to create the change we want to see. The next step is to put it into motion. Unexpressed emotions and stress build up within our bodies and create less-than-ideal circumstances inside and out.
This step requires a little more than thinking about or even talking about our emotions. To express this energy, we must put it in motion.
The good news is, that every moment of the day is an opportunity to set this energy in motion. Our nervous system is constantly striving for homeostasis and is sending us signals through our physical and emotional bodies to help create more ease and balance.
It is up to us to listen and set that energy in motion. Here are a few effective ways to set your emotional energy into motion:
Movement 🏃♂️
Light to moderate physical activity is a great way to express the emotional energy of stress, worry, or anger. Go for a walk, light jog, bike ride, or swim. Or perform a more structured workout including weights or body weight movements.
Go into Nature 🌲
Not only will the fresh air, sunlight, and natural sounds give you a different perspective but surrounding yourself with the frequency of nature can help shift your internal vibration and set energy in motion.
Breathwork 🌬
Our breath is one of the easiest and most effective ways to move energy in our body. Tuning into the body and bringing awareness to areas of contraction opens pathways for energy flow.
Get Creative 🎨
This is a great way to express higher vibrational, positive emotions. After all, we want these emotions to be expressed the same way we want a negative emotion to be expressed. Left unexpressed can result in feelings of bitterness, resentment, and comparison. None of which will help change your circumstances.
Practicing art, playing an instrument, writing poetry, dancing, and other creative hobbies are great ways to keep that energy in flow.
Cry it Out 😪
Sometimes you need to just let it out. Find a safe place where you feel comfortable. The key is to stay connected to your body. Notice any shifts and changes you feel and trust that energy is in flow.
Get Adjusted! ⚡
Emotions are communicated to the body through the nervous system. A clear and connected nervous system is a necessity for becoming aware of our emotional energy and amplifies the rest of the work we put in.
The key is daily self-check-ins to tune into the nervous system's cues around ease, flow, and homeostasis. From moment to moment, we can listen deeply and then set energy in motion through healthy outlets for a balanced, energized state of being.
At Rev Optimal Living, we specialize in holistic health, chiropractic, somatic healing, and energy healing. Our focus is on nervous system regulation, stress relief, and innate healing. Located in Chattanooga, TN, we are dedicated to helping you achieve a balanced, energized state of being. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you transform your emotional energy into a powerful force for holistic healing.
