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Profile: TogetherForeverAlways
TogetherForeverAlways
January 4th, 2018 5:57pm
Because some event, thought, belief or feeling unleashed your emotional state to the point you clearly noticing it.
Anonymous
January 25th, 2018 10:15pm
It is very hard to answer this question without any information. Why do you think you are feeling this way right know? Has anything different happened in your life?
Profile: CareNow
CareNow
February 4th, 2018 5:16am
Check your reaction to your emotions. How are you reacting to your emotions? If you try observe your emotions objectively without resisting them, you will find yourself calmer.
Profile: Salty
Salty
March 1st, 2018 7:13pm
It could be for a range of different reasons - situational impact, social impact, hormonal, mental, physical
Profile: SilverLiningX23
SilverLiningX23
March 3rd, 2018 5:01am
It's tough to give a specific answer, but without knowing any background information or exploring your emotions deeper, I would simply say because it's totally normal and you are a human being! We all experience emotions due to hormones, stress, things and people we love and care about, changes in our lives, and for all sorts of reasons! There are ways to explore what's causing such a surge in emotions right this second, but for a simple answer, because you're a human being with emotions, the way you were meant to be. :)
Anonymous
March 23rd, 2018 3:35am
It could be that you are having a very challenging day today. It's okay to cry but always try to see what good has happened today.
Anonymous
March 31st, 2018 10:01pm
Because we as human beings have feelings and it's okay because those emotions marks what we have went through.
Profile: EspritDuKaren68
EspritDuKaren68
May 2nd, 2018 3:18am
Try journaling. Ask that same question in your journal and write what comes to mind without stopping. And by the way, it's OK to be emotional.
Profile: Suenami
Suenami
May 18th, 2018 4:40pm
It’s okay to be emotional. We are emotional creatures. It’s how it affects your life that separates the healthy emotional and the pathological. Identify what being emotional means to you and what it does to you. Identify the strategies you have to cope with all those emotions
Anonymous
June 16th, 2018 2:05am
Could be a number of reasons. Possibly something that has triggered a sad thought? Or maybe everything that has been bothering you is pouring onto your shoulders all at once.
Profile: Beautifuldreamer98
Beautifuldreamer98
June 21st, 2018 3:43pm
For me, most of the time when I'm emotional, it's the build up of all the painful experiences that I numbed and something just triggered them all to flow out at once.
Profile: Faithhhhhhh
Faithhhhhhh
June 28th, 2018 9:40pm
Because you are letting things to take over your happiness . You giving importance to the negative things ,instead stay happy it could solve alot problems. Happiness cones from within. God bless
Anonymous
June 30th, 2018 9:15am
Maybe you're going through a rough patch? From my experience, breakups are really taxing on your emotions!
Profile: Shriya546
Shriya546
July 22nd, 2018 9:43am
It is okay to be emotional. You are sensible and that is just great :) However, if you feel like your emotions are interfering in your daily routines, do look forward to diverting your mind to something else which will make you forget about the particular incident that is triggering your emotion.
Profile: atwoodha
atwoodha
September 13th, 2018 1:54pm
Is there something going on in your life right now that could be making you feel this way? Maybe you haven't thought about it and went through everything possible and so you are unsure. It's okay to feel emotional at times, it's completely normal to feel like this. I am here to help you and listen to whatever and everything you need me to. So, has anything big happened in your life recently? Maybe the loss of a family member? An argument with a friend? Maybe you failed a test? And whatever it is, I'll talk you through and guide 100% of the way!
Profile: hopefulArrow2212
hopefulArrow2212
June 5th, 2021 2:51pm
Firstly it is totally fine to feel emotional. Sometimes an outpouring of emotions overtake us because something may have triggered something we feel about strongly, or it could have released a damn of thoughts and feelings you might have been holding in for some time, even if it's subscioncious. It may seem like a small and silly thing right now but we do not always consciously realize the amount of things buried inside us. The important thing is that you relieve yourself of the emotions in a healthy way. Perhaps by pouring it into a creative outlet or even just by talking it out with someone close to you. Write it out in a journal if you prefer to keep it private or something. What's important is accepting and acknowledging you are in a vulnerable state and from there you can move on once you have let it out.
Profile: CaringSharon
CaringSharon
October 29th, 2020 11:46pm
There could be a variety of reasons why you feel emotional. You could be 1. tired, 2.hungry, 3. stressed, 4. hormonal or 5. sick. In order to discover what is the reason why you are emotional, check the 4 points first. Give yourself some slack if it is one of the above. Then, you could be emotional because there really is something coo-coo in your life that is causing you to feel overwhelmed with emotions that make you feel out of control. There's always help available. Sometimes you just need a good cry to get that tension out of your system. There's nothing to be ashamed of for being emotional. Everyone has emotions to let them know how they are doing.
Anonymous
November 11th, 2020 12:20pm
This question is perfect for your chat. It is hard to know the reason you are emotional from a paragraph. Emotions are feelings you get. What are those emotions? There are so many descriptive words on emotions from happiness to anger. A great way to find more about how your emotions play into your life is finding a good therapist that can assist you in exploring your emotions. Your emotions are never the issue. It is a response to the issues you are having. So it is important for you to figure out what issues are triggering your emotions. And the second part is how to manage it so you can actively participate in your daily routine without your emotions getting in the way. Well, I hope this helps. 
Profile: LaszloSzakali
LaszloSzakali
November 11th, 2020 2:33pm
You may be feeling emotional today. But guess what? You’re allowed to be. We all feel happy, sad, low, or exhilarated. Emotions are a normal part of who we are as humans. Everyone processes events and emotions differently. Unless your emotions are interfering with your day-to-day life, you may just feel things a bit more than others. Or, you might just be feeling extra sensitive today. If someone tells you to be less emotional, they’re probably basing it off of societal standards. Don’t let them put you down. Emotions aren’t weak. They’re human. While emotions are normal, being naturally more emotional may actually have a genetic component. Several older studies suggest that emotion is influenced by genetics. Though there are other factors involved, such as environmental and social influences, human emotions are somewhat inherited. If a family member has an affective disorder, such as major depression, you may have a higher risk of experiencing one as well. Everyone knows what it’s like to wake up on the wrong side of the bed, so it’s not hard to imagine that a lack of sleep can affect your emotional well-being. Sleep deprivation has several effects on your body, including: trouble thinking and concentrating higher risk for anxiety or depression weakened immune system poor balance and a higher risk of accidents It can affect your mood, too, especially the longer sleep deprivation occurs. .We’ve all heard the physical health benefits of exercise, but exercise can also have a big effect on mood and emotions. To keep your emotions in check: Make sure you’re consuming a nutrient-dense diet. Avoid processed, fatty, and fast foods. Avoid skipping meals. Make sure you’re not lacking vital vitamins and minerals.
Anonymous
November 11th, 2020 6:23pm
Our emotional states can and do often fluctuate. Sometimes, we find that we are more susceptible to strong emotions than is usual for us. Many different factors can play a role in this. They can include: physical needs (hunger, exhaustion/tiredness, et cetera), mental health concerns, hormones in the body, situational circumstances (work stress, hardships at home, any "bumps in the road" so to speak), and current or recent life events (grief, recovery, et cetera). If you want to know what is affecting your heightened emotional state right now, you should review those types of factors and see if any of them have deviated from what you consider your norm, to assess which one (or combination of ones) is the probable cause of your emotionality.
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Adrijawithyou
February 21st, 2021 6:38pm
There can be a variety of reasons. There could probably be an incident, that happened with you, in front or you, or to a relative that made you feel emotional. Or, it could just be that you're not having a good day, or things are suddenly not going according to plan. It could also be that your life has taken a sudden turn that you did not expect. Or, maybe, you remembered an incident from the past. Or, it could simply just be that you're feeling emotional without any evident reason. No matter what the reason is, it's okay. Take a deep breath, and you will feel better.
Anonymous
February 24th, 2021 12:16pm
Emotions are a healthy part of our life and you cannot run away from them. If you feel that you are being emotional (more than you usually do) it reflects on your inner turmoil. At this point it is important for you to understand that you need to pay attention to yourself and do not think about what people say. Take a break from things that usually consume all your energy. Take a break and take care of yourself. Indulge in some self care techniques like yoga, meditation etc. If you feel that it's safe, you can also take a mini vacation.
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JanetAtDrexel
May 23rd, 2021 12:53am
Sometimes we are emotional because our body and mind are reacting appropriately to the stimulus around us. If, like many of us these days, you have a lot of stress in your life, then you just might be reacting as you should. But, if the level of emotion you are experiencing are bothering you, then it may be worth trying some activities to manage them. Two of the best things to manage emotion are exercise and sleep. I know, they seem opposite, but they each have benefits. Another great option to reduce the impact of high emotions is to talk about it - with anyone. If you don't have someone to talk, consider reaching out to a 7 cups listener or one of the communities.
Profile: Train1
Train1
March 18th, 2022 12:10pm
Let me know what is on your mind. Then we can discuss the problem together to find a solution. Just venting or discussing the problem will help because you never know, I may be experiencing the same thing or may have experienced it in the past. The way that we cope with our problems may be different but it is always worth discussing as it will reduce the loneliness that you are feeling by dealing with your issues alone. Have a deep think because the problem that you have may not be what you think. But the most important thing is to not give up hope.
Profile: Marina727
Marina727
December 15th, 2014 10:58pm
Are you sleep deprived? Has it been a long time since you've had a nutritious meal? Are you dehydrated?
Profile: Sunisshiningandsoareyou
Sunisshiningandsoareyou
May 19th, 2022 3:05pm
Hey there, thankyou for reaching out with your question. Sometimes we may struggle to understand why we are feeling the way we do, it's likely more common when some heavier emotions are involved. I want to assure you that it is okay to feel as you do, it is super okay to let your emotions flow and simply to *feel* them. We don't have to rush into, what or why or how of things, and can always take our time to manage the same. Would you perhaps consider journaling? It could be a personal moment for you, where you can sit with your feelings and talk to yourself, self introspection, is so important, I feel and we should definitely allow ourselves time and space to check in with how we are doing. Some possible questions you can ask yourself to gain more clarity of your emotions could be, how do you feel right in the instant?, what's something good that happened recently?, what's something significant that happened recently?, To try and recollect the past week's experiences, what happened, how were you doing, how you feel about your days, if something affected you, if you'd like to change something etc. Again, you're allowed to feel as you do, as your emotions are valid and it might not seem currently, but you will be able to cope better, please be gentle to yourself and take it one emotion at a time. Sending love.
Anonymous
May 18th, 2022 9:38pm
feeling very emotional can be a result of bottling up a lot of emotion over time. it can also be due to a lot of pressure, or stress from external factors, such as school, work, or even friends and family. when feeling confused it is good to talk to someone that can help you navigate through these emotions, and help you understand their source. discuss which emotions you are feeling with someone you trust, and even if you don't figure out the answer, perhaps allow yourself to discover ways to clear up these jumbled emotions, or find a way to express your emotions rather than bottling them, and keeping them in you.
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mwood5
February 26th, 2022 1:00pm
Hi there! There can be several reasons as to why you are emotional. Has something happened lately in your life that's upsetting you? Anything at all? When did it happen? How did it happen? Maybe that is what is making you feel low and emotional; it happens a lot more than you'd realise. Whatever the cause is, do you know how you could overcome that? Any strategies when dealing with it? If not, try to find some, and if that isn't possible either, try some distractions. Usually, happy/upbeat music will help! (It helps me whenever I feel emotional for absolutely no reason!). If you want to chat about this more, please feel free to DM me anytime you wish so!
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Kpopcat2020
February 12th, 2022 1:22pm
Feeling heightened emotions or like you're unable to control your emotions can come down to diet choices, genetics, or stress. It can also be due to an underlying health condition, such as depression or hormones. Crying more than is normal for you may be a symptom of depression or a neurological disorder. Some signs that you are suffering emotionally are: Personality changes in a way that seems different for that person, agitation or displaying anger, anxiety or moodiness, withdrawal or isolation from others, poor self-care and perhaps engaging in risky behavior, and hopelessness or feelings of being overwhelmed and worthless.
Profile: hopebeyondpain
hopebeyondpain
October 4th, 2020 2:11am
Emotions can be so wild sometimes. It's completely normal to feel overwhelmed by them at times, especially if they're particularly distressing. Being emotional can be a perfectly normal experience. You might be particularly sensitive to certain emotions because of past experiences, or because you spend more time mulling over them. Of course, it's also possible you're feeling a lot of emotions because of various sources of stress, or cycling hormones, or a chemical imbalance in your brain. If you're feeling particularly terrible for no clear reason, or you're prone to feeling uncomfortably emotional for extended periods of time, you can consider consulting a professional to check if there's an underlying cause