Dbt Quote by Lane Pederson
““Even when emotions seem to overtake life, such as when we are depressed or anxious or angry, it is important to remember that those emotions still give us important information. Rather than judging our emotions, practice acceptance of them and open your mind to their messages. Rejecting emotions or trying to push them away usually intensifies them. If the message is not heard, it needs to get louder. As an example, invalidation by others tends to intensify emotions, and self-invalidation has the same effect.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Emotional Life of Your Brain by Richard J. Davidson, 2017
Emotions are signals that convey useful data; accepting them lets us hear the message, while resisting amplifies distress.
In simple terms: Feelings give clues; accept them to understand.
Key Takeaway
Listen to emotions, don’t fight them.
Themes
emotional intelligence
acceptance
self-awareness
Mood
reflective
calm
Type
advice
psychological
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- stressful workday
- relationship conflict
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
psychology
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice acceptance in a heated moment?
- What message might your anxiety be trying to convey?
A Different Perspective
If emotions are ignored, they may dominate behavior.
