Emotional Health 101
This is the key reason Geri says we should stop being concerned with others' opinions.
What is to find our self-worth within ourselves and through our faith?
Realizing the impact of stress on her health, this person began dedicating Sunday afternoons to activities she enjoyed, such as reading or going for a walk, to recharge for the week ahead. What was she practicing?
What is practicing self-care?
Geri emphasizes the importance of these four qualities in communication to build healthier relationships.
When it comes to quitting the approval of others, Geri suggests that progress is best made with these two daily practices.
What is reflecting on your heart and on your love of God?
This singer and mental health advocate opened up about her struggles with mental health and took a public stand to remove herself from conservatorship in 2021.
Who is Britney Spears?
According to Geri, we should not sacrifice this aspect of ourselves, as it’s essential for healthy living.
What is self-care?
To become emotionally healthy, you need to stop doing this, where you meet everyone else’s needs before your own.
What is over-functioning?
This is what you build when you take responsibility for your feelings, thoughts, and actions.
What is self-respect (or integrity)?
This biblical woman, known for her hospitality, expressed frustration to Jesus when her sister didn’t help her with household duties like preparation for dinner.
Who is Martha?
This “Shake it Off” singer has taken to her music to vent over her emotional turmoil.
Who is Taylor Swift?
This practice, encouraged by Geri, helps us manage emotions instead of ignoring them.
What is acknowledging feelings and emotional awareness?
This is what you must say when you need to prioritize your well-being, even if it means disappointing others. A two-letter word.
What is "No"?
Geri argues that being truthful about our needs is essential to developing this type of life.
What is an authentic life?
Geri believes letting go of others’ opinions helps us grow in this way.
What is spiritually or in faith?
The most famous nun of all time was quoted as saying “Spread love everywhere you go. Let no one ever come to you without leaving happier.”
Who is Mother Teresa?
Geri warns that living according to others’ expectations keeps us from this personal discovery.
What is finding our true identity?
Setting boundaries with others protects this important personal resource.
What is emotional energy or well-being?
This soft and gentle approach to oneself is critical for emotional health, according to Geri.
What is self-compassion?
This person, realizing the impact of their overly high standards on their relationships, started letting go of needing everything to be perfect, leading to more peace and genuine connection with loved ones.
What is embracing imperfection in relationship?
Geri highlights that clear and honest communication strengthens this inter-relational aspect of all of our lives.
What are relationships?
Geri says that when we say yes, when we would prefer to say no, we hurt both ends of the relationship by eroding our own 9-letter word.
What is integrity?
One way to live authentically is to identify and release this category of expectation, which might be inherited or taught by you to societal expectations.
What are unrealistic expectations?
Geri encourages us to discover ourselves more deeply through journaling and reflection on these 3 areas.
Know your Heart, Know your Story, Know your Personality
This talk show host has spoken openly about her journey of "quitting" aspects of her life that don’t align with her true purpose, which resonates with Geri’s concept of "quitting" unhealthy patterns. She is also famous for giving away her favorite things.
Who is Oprah Winfrey?
Geri argues that our emotions are meant to guide us, not to be ignored. What could we call these “alerts”?
What are signals or indicators?