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Feb 08, 2017 10:15

February 8, 2017
Keeping Your Issues Personal
Sagittarius Daily Horoscope

You might feel like keeping things to yourself which could make you appear secretive today. Maybe because you may not want to divulge personal information you may be a little more reserved and unwilling to open up to other people. Since there are always times when it is best to keep things to yourself, you might wish to work on politely telling those close to you that while you appreciate their support and concern, today you might simply wish to take time to be with and work out your own issues instead of sharing them. Although it may not be easy to do this, setting your boundaries in a gentle and respectful way can let other people know that you still value the part they play in your life but that at this juncture in your life, you really cherish your privacy.

We can still be open, honest and loving people without revealing every aspect of our lives to others. Because so much of our interactions these days are focused on telling other people our real feelings, we often forget that there is still great benefit to be had in keeping things under wraps. This doesn't have to mean that we are holding anything back, but instead that we recognize that we need to work through certain issues on our own first. Listening to your instinct and only disclosing the things that you feel like today will help you work through your emotions on your own terms and in your own time.

February 8, 2017
Having a Breakdown
Tending the Emotions

by Madisyn Taylor

Having a breakdown is often the catharsis that is needed to keep our emotional life in balance.

Most of us have had the experience of holding back our emotions for such a long period of time that when they finally come out, we have something resembling a breakdown. For a certain period of time, the overwhelming flood of feelings coursing through our bodies consumes us, and we stop functioning. Often, these outbursts take us by surprise, welling up within us as we drive to or from work, watch a movie, or engage in some otherwise mundane task. We may feel like we do not know what triggered us, or if we do know, it does not make sense of our overpowering emotional response. This is because we are releasing feelings that have accumulated over a long period of time, and whatever inspired the release was just a catalyst for a much larger, much needed catharsis.

When we find ourselves in the midst of such an experience, it is important that we allow it to happen, rather than fight it or try to shut down. Wherever we are, we can try to find a private, safe place in which to let our feelings out. If we can not access such a place immediately, we can promise to set aside some time for ourselves at our earliest possible convenience, perhaps taking a day off work. The important thing is that we need to give our emotional system some much-needed attention. It is essential that we allow ourselves to release the pent-up emotions inside ourselves so that they do not create imbalances in our bodies and minds.

When you are feeling better, make a plan to find a way to process your emotions more regularly. You can do this by employing a therapist or making a regular date to talk to a trusted friend. Journaling can also be a great way to acknowledge and release your emotions, as can certain forms of meditation. Making room in your life for tending your emotions on a regular basis will keep you healthy, balanced, and ready for life.

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