Why Emotions Matter: Recognize Your Body Signals. Grow in Emotional Intelligence. Discover an Embodied Spirituality.

Collins LPC, Tristen K; Collins, Jonathan D; Binder, Melissa

ISBN 10: 1091497907 / ISBN 13: 9781091497900

Published by Independently published, 2019

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Why Emotions Matter: Recognize Your Body Signals. Grow in Emotional Intelligence. Discover an Embodied Spirituality.
• Publisher: Independently published
• Publication Date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1091497907
• ISBN 13: 9781091497900
• Binding: paperback
• Condition: Good
• Weight: 13 ounces

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Synopsis

For some, emotions are overwhelming and all-important. For others, they are bothersome and irrational. No matter where you fall on the emotional spectrum, one thing is for sure: God designed you as an emotional being. Your emotions have purpose, and they’re worth handling with curiosity, respect, and wisdom.What might it look like for you to have a healthy relationship with emotions? Could you learn to discern them and use them wisely? Through the unified lens of current research and scriptural teaching, this guide explores: how emotions work as signals on your body’s internal dashboard, why emotions are valuable (even when they are unpleasant), what to do when your emotions don’t match the situation, helpful tools and habits to cultivate emotional health over the long-term, the ins and outs of shame, fear, anger, sadness, jealousy, and happiness. Whether you’re a skeptical stoic or an impulsive feeler, pursuing a healthy relationship with your emotions is key to living a passionate and abundant life. After all, it’s ultimately about becoming a little more like the person God created you to be.

About the Author

Tristen Collins is a professional counselor with a focus on trauma recovery. She earned a bachelor of science in Bible and theology from Multnomah University and a master's in counseling from George Fox University. Tristen teaches at Multnomah University in the graduate counseling department as adjunct faculty. Tristen loves conversations that lead to greater intimacy and helping people discover their unique passions. 

Jonathan Collins is a cofounder, writer, and creative director for The Bible Project. He is cohost of The Bible Project podcast which consistently ranks in the top ten of spirituality and religion. He has a bachelor of arts in biblical studies from Multnomah University. Jon is affectionately known by his colleagues as the Architect of Ideas. He is a master of making complex ideas simple and has spent the last decade founding and leading digital media and marketing companies.   

Tristen and Jonathan, along with their two boys, live in Portland, Oregon.