This content was created by Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes. This content was uploaded by Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes. This is a YouTube video titled "Feelings are Not Facts | What Emotions Really Are" created on March 3, 2023, featuring Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes discussing the nature of emotions, emphasizing that emotions are natural and not facts, and suggesting ways to address emotional reactions.
Hey there, everybody. It's Doc Snipes. Today I'd like to talk about what emotions really are. Many people feel like they are ruled by their emotions. Emotions are natural. Emotions are normal. We don't want to get rid of anger or anxiety or even depression. Those are normal, natural emotions. To feel for a moment, those are reactions that tell us how, hey, something's not right here. And then use your energy to figure out, how can I improve the next moment? What can I do to address this issue? Emotions are not facts. Feelings are not facts. So it's important when you have a feeling to say, okay, I'm feeling this way. Anxious, for example. Now let me look at the facts and see if there is a threat in this situation at this particular time.
