😞 7. Allowing Yourself to Feel Bad to Feel Better - Deepstash

😞 7. Allowing Yourself to Feel Bad to Feel Better

Suppressing sadness or anxiety makes it worse.

Why it works: Emotions pass more quickly when acknowledged. Denial creates internal friction and stress.

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