Amid our bustling lives, where emotions can easily cloud our judgment, pause and contemplate the following questions:

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• What am I noticing about the emotion I am having?

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• How does this emotion differ from my core self and values?

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• Which action will take me away from my values?

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• Where is this emotion stemming from?

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• How can I be more responsive and less reactive?

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By pausing to introspect our emotions, we connect deeper with ourselves, guiding our actions in alignment with our values. This gives us emotional flexibility, allowing us to gracefully navigate challenges.