Outlets for Emotions that Aren’t Food

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How do people without eating disorders express their emotions?

1. Music. Turn your radio up and sing at the top of your lungs. When I am sad, I listen to Blessings by Laura Story on repeat, but when I’m happy, I play Hollyn or Demi Lovato. Music can help us express our deepest emotions, the ones we didn’t know we had.
2. Journaling. Write out exactly what you are feeling. The words don’t have to be spelled correctly, and the grammar doesn’t have to be perfect. Letting it out can be a way to let it go. The sentences don’t even have to make sense. Just write. Get it out.
3. Exercise. More specifically, hitting, kicking, and screaming. Getting your blood moving can be a healthy outlet for stress, anger, and other passionate emotions. You will be amazed at how a hard workout will change your mood.

The Purpose of Exercise

1. Talking. Discussing your emotions can be an excellent way to work through those feelings, whether it be through journaling, talking to a friend, or meeting with a professional. Sometimes we tell ourselves lies, and when we say them out loud, it sheds light on…