In this episode, Dona discuss: How do emotions work The importance of cortisol levels to our body Where do emotions come from Why does Dona call emotions “the friend within” Key takeaways Any movement facilitates not only the dispersion of the cortisol but also provides an expression of the physicality of the emotion. And once you get used to moving physically with your emotions, you will be able to say to your body how would you like to express this emotion. It's important to disperse your cortisol during and after an emotional period for your mental, spiritual, and physical wellness. Like the rest of the body, the process of emotions is movement. Just like the literal definition of a friend, which pertains to a person whom one knows and with whom one has a bond of mutual affection, befriending your emotions means to have a bond and trust. This let us learn to trust our body that it knows what to do with emotions, and glass movement. "Making friends with emotions will allow you to integrate emotions more effectively with feelings, spirit, and thoughts. Emotions are where passion, creativity, and motivation come from.” - Dona Joy Airey Connect with Dona Joy Airey: Website: https://www.facebook.com/djairey Email: dona@transformingwithin.com Phone: 502-420-9911 LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/donajairey To submit questions: Join the Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/makingsenseofemotions/ Email me with "Podcast Question" in the subject line. Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.