About this tool
How do you handle difficult feelings: with awareness, avoidance or overwhelm? Ten statements about naming feelings, tolerating discomfort and recovering give a picture of your emotional habits, along with ideas for growth.
Tips for getting the most from it
- Notice which questions made you hesitate.
- Pick one skill to practise for a week.
- Journal about your result.
Frequently asked questions
Is emotional awareness learnable?
Yes. With practice, naming and understanding feelings becomes easier for most people.
Can this replace therapy?
No. It is a reflection aid. Therapy provides personalised support this tool cannot.
This tool is for reflection and self-awareness, not diagnosis or treatment. If you are struggling, please speak with a doctor or counsellor. If you are in crisis, contact your local emergency number or a crisis line (US: call or text 988; elsewhere: findahelpline.com).
Keep reading
Our guide Simple Grounding Techniques for When Feelings Feel Too Big goes deeper: Gentle, practical techniques such as 5-4-3-2-1, slow breathing and using your senses to steady yourself in moments of overwhelm, and when to seek further help.