Some individuals believe that happiness is the only emotion that matters, often dismissing other feelings like sadness, anger, or loneliness. They see these emotions as something to avoid. However, they are a natural and essential part of growing and learning. Without these emotions, it can be difficult for clients to truly understand themselves and deal with life’s challenges.
The All Feelings Matter poster is a thoughtful decor piece for classrooms or counseling offices. It reminds clients that it’s okay to feel all kinds of emotions by showing the message, “All Feelings Matter” with colorful emojis that represent different feelings.
Displaying this wall art can help young people feel more at ease with expressing their emotions without the fear of judgment. When placed in areas dedicated to emotional processing, such as calm down corners or relaxation zones, it can gently remind them that every feeling is valid.
To enhance its impact, adults can incorporate a “Feelings Board” next to the artwork. Kids and teens can express how they feel by adding sticky notes to the board, either anonymously or with their names. At the end of the week, these notes can be reviewed collectively or privately, which creates an opportunity for supportive discussions.
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References:
- Ford, B. Q., Lam, P., John, O. P., & Mauss, I. B. (2018). The psychological health benefits of accepting negative emotions and thoughts: Laboratory, diary, and longitudinal evidence. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 115(6), 1075-1092. https://doi.org/10.1037/pspp0000157
- Fried, J. (2013). Engaged learning: Why feelings matter. About Campus: Enriching the Student Learning Experience, 18(1), 2-8. https://doi.org/10.1002/abc.21105
- Tsujimoto, M., Saito, T., Matsuzaki, Y., & Kawashima, R. (2024). Role of positive and negative emotion regulation in well-being and health: The interplay between positive and negative emotion regulation abilities is linked to mental and physical health. Journal of Happiness Studies, 25(1-2). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10902-024-00714-1
