Fight, for there is no turning back.

“Negative emotions are heavy baggage that slowly burns you down,” said Tonmoy Acharjee.
Everyone has unpleasant emotions that can lead to uncertainties, unworthy acts, and
problems. But, as the quote goes, “There is always a solution.” —Jason Selk.
According to a recent global survey, the Philippines has the highest number of young people
experiencing high levels of climate anxiety and other negative emotions associated with the
climate crisis (e.g., anger, hopelessness, frustration, etc.). And this is fascinating because the
Philippines is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. Furthermore, it is estimated
that approximately 6 million Filipinos suffer from depression and/or anxiety, making the
Philippines the country with the third highest rate of mental health problems in the Western
Pacific Region. Despite all of this information, psychiatrist Dr. Benjamin Chan believes that “it
is better to embrace the negative emotions you may have during times of uncertainty.”
Instead of running away from negative emotions, try embracing them. It’s normal to be angry.
It’s normal to feel scared or overwhelmed from time to time. So don’t hold back your feelings.
These emotions must be accepted temporarily and then overcome, as if they are simply a part
of your growth. Furthermore, prior experience is required. You will not be able to live longer in
society if your experience is limited. After all, we’re trying to live in order to gain knowledge,
which will lead to experience. When we look back to where we came from after a run, like,
think about how long you went, like the journey to get there. Accept all your emotions as
natural and understandable. Don’t judge yourself for the emotions you feel. It’s normal to feel
them. Acknowledging how you feel can help you move on, so don’t be hard on yourself. Lastly,
when things have really gone too far and you feel like you are going to explode. The Butterfly
Hug is the best solution. It was developed by two practitioners, Lucina Artigas, M.A., M.T., and
Ignacio Jarero, Ed.D., Ph.D., M.T.. The practice is actually quite simple and is readily available
to everyone, because all you need is yourself. It takes only 3 steps. The first step is to relax
yourself and breathe. The second is to cross your hand over your chest. And the last one,
slowly tap the left side and go to the right side for 30 seconds. And with that, you can feel your
inner self relaxing.
Everything occurs for a reason. Don’t be too hard on yourself, because every experience
you’ve had will have a significant impact on your life. It can help you live confidently in a world
where “your assumptions can be your frustration,” as Mary Ann Johnson says.
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Aruta, J.J. and Guinto, R. (2022). The Journal of Climate Change and Health. Volume 6.
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