Many people think that feelings and emotions are the same thing – but they're not! Emotions are what trigger feelings. For example, an emotional response to new love can bring on the feelings of butterflies in the stomach and sweaty palms.

Do you believe in the mind-body connection? It's fascinating (and a little scary!) how so many of us can disregard our physical state of being when faced with emotional distress.

We all feel overwhelmed from time to time. We might be juggling too many commitments, dealing with work pressures, or navigating relationship expectations. Combine that with everyday chores, keeping up with social media and the latest trends, and finding the time to relax?

What do you do when you have a decision to make – but feel torn about what to do? Sure, you can make a pros and cons list. That can be a truly helpful tool for your brain, but it can leave out the key ingredients of decision-making: what’s in your heart, and what your gut instinct is telling you.

The key to authentic communication begins with checking in with your body, and expressing your emotional experience through your embodied sensations. When words and tone of voice fail us, our bodies never fail to inform us of our most sincere emotions.