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Are You Emotionally Healthy? Discover the 3 Key Traits to Look For

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3 Signs of an Emotionally Healthy Individual

Yesterday, I was having a conversation with one of my colleagues about the importance of emotional health. He took me by surprise when he said that he considered himself an emotionally healthy individual.

Why did he feel that way about himself? He had a simple answer: “Because I am always chill and I don’t give a damn about anything in the world!”

Now, I don’t know everything about emotional well-being, but that is definitely not the definition of an emotionally healthy person. Being an emotionally healthy individual doesn’t mean you’re always happy. Instead, it means that you’re aware of your emotions and in control of your thoughts and behavior. Moreover, it also indicates that you know how to process and deal with negative emotions - both yours and those of others.

As you can see, my colleague’s understanding of emotional well-being was faulty. But if you’d like to recognize emotional health, here are the traits you should look for:

1. You Know Who You Are and You’re Comfortable with It

This is about being self-aware. You know what you have, what you don’t, and what exactly you want from life. Despite your ambitions, you are never tense about the future, and you’re also okay with your past. Being comfortable with yourself is a hallmark of emotional health, as it allows you to live authentically without the constant pressure to conform or compare yourself to others.

2. You’re Both Adaptable and Resilient

This trait leans more towards being yourself and changing your ways according to the different situations in life. Individuals who are emotionally healthy are self-aware, have an open mind, and know when to take a stand and when to be flexible. This adaptability and resilience help them navigate life’s ups and downs with grace and maintain their emotional equilibrium.

3. You Have a Purpose in Life

Your purpose in life is more than an achievement related to your work or personal life. Most individuals that I’ve come across don’t feel connected to themselves and others and are definitely not able to see the bigger picture. This is a sign of the absence of purpose in life. Your purpose of life can be anything from acquiring and mastering a skill to attaining a higher sense of spirituality. A clear life goal guides you and gives direction to your actions and decisions.

Although my colleague is a good-hearted guy who is happy with who he is and what he has, he is not even close to being emotionally fit. This is because I’ve seen him give up many times. He doesn’t take a stand when needed, and he definitely doesn’t have a life goal.

The truth is that most of us are probably like that. But if we evaluate our own frame of mind and observe the way we react to the situations life sends our way, we could come a bit closer to understanding where we stand on the emotional well-being meter. It might be a rude reality check for you, but I’d consider that a step in the right direction too. It’s only when we’re truly aware of ourselves that we can lay a roadmap for our health and well-being.

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3 Signs of an Emotionally Healthy Individual

Yesterday, I was having a conversation with one of my colleagues about the importance of emotional health. He took me by surprise when he said that he considered himself an emotionally healthy individual.

Why did he feel that way about himself? He had a simple answer: “Because I am always chill and I don’t give a damn about anything in the world!”

Now, I don’t know everything about emotional well-being, but that is definitely not the definition of an emotionally healthy person. Being an emotionally healthy individual doesn’t mean you’re always happy. Instead, it means that you’re aware of your emotions and in control of your thoughts and behavior. Moreover, it also indicates that you know how to process and deal with negative emotions - both yours and those of others.

As you can see, my colleague’s understanding of emotional well-being was faulty. But if you’d like to recognize emotional health, here are the traits you should look for:

1. You Know Who You Are and You’re Comfortable with It

This is about being self-aware. You know what you have, what you don’t, and what exactly you want from life. Despite your ambitions, you are never tense about the future, and you’re also okay with your past. Being comfortable with yourself is a hallmark of emotional health, as it allows you to live authentically without the constant pressure to conform or compare yourself to others.

2. You’re Both Adaptable and Resilient

This trait leans more towards being yourself and changing your ways according to the different situations in life. Individuals who are emotionally healthy are self-aware, have an open mind, and know when to take a stand and when to be flexible. This adaptability and resilience help them navigate life’s ups and downs with grace and maintain their emotional equilibrium.

3. You Have a Purpose in Life

Your purpose in life is more than an achievement related to your work or personal life. Most individuals that I’ve come across don’t feel connected to themselves and others and are definitely not able to see the bigger picture. This is a sign of the absence of purpose in life. Your purpose of life can be anything from acquiring and mastering a skill to attaining a higher sense of spirituality. A clear life goal guides you and gives direction to your actions and decisions.

Although my colleague is a good-hearted guy who is happy with who he is and what he has, he is not even close to being emotionally fit. This is because I’ve seen him give up many times. He doesn’t take a stand when needed, and he definitely doesn’t have a life goal.

The truth is that most of us are probably like that. But if we evaluate our own frame of mind and observe the way we react to the situations life sends our way, we could come a bit closer to understanding where we stand on the emotional well-being meter. It might be a rude reality check for you, but I’d consider that a step in the right direction too. It’s only when we’re truly aware of ourselves that we can lay a roadmap for our health and well-being.

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