Emotional overwhelm isn’t always about “big reactions.” Sometimes it’s about not having the right word fast enough. When emotions stay unnamed, they feel bigger, louder, and harder to regulate. Naming them brings the nervous system out of alarm and into understanding. Clarity reduces intensity. If you want to get a Feelings Wheel for yourself or your partner, comment ‘LINK’ and I’ll share it. #therapy #anxiety #trauma #pyschologyinsights #feelingwheel