Today I Felt Miserable – And That's Okay
Today I felt miserable. So I tried laughing. It helped for a while, but soon enough the misery came back. And then I realised... that's okay.
Suppressing our feelings is like trying to cram an octopus into a box that's too small – it's messy, exhausting, and ultimately impossible. But if we let the octopus swim away, we both feel freer.
We experience emotions for a reason:
- Fear keeps us safe.
- Anger drives us to make a change.
- Sadness helps us appreciate what we've lost.
- Joy lets us celebrate and savour life.
An Invitation, Not a Problem
Most of us feel a cocktail of these emotions every day, but sometimes one takes the spotlight. That's not a problem – it's an invitation.
When a strong emotion shows up, take the time to experience it. Be curious about it:
- Why am I feeling this way?
- How does it feel in my body?
- What is it trying to tell me?
And then, simply remind yourself: It's okay to feel this way.
About Alison Stuart
Alison is an experienced counsellor and accredited PACT practitioner based in Forest Row, East Sussex. Adhering to the BACP Ethical Framework, she provides compassionate, non-judgemental therapy for grief, bereavement, life transitions, and paediatric autism communication.
Looking for Support?
Whether you are navigating grief, a painful life transition, or exploring communication therapy for your autistic child, Alison offers a gentle, non-judgemental space to untangle what you are carrying.
