The Hidden Cost of Bottling Emotions (and What to Do)

Bottled emotions don’t disappear—they leak into your body, relationships, and decisions. In this Strides To Solutions episode, Esther Adams explains the real toll of emotional repression and guides you through proven tools to process feelings safely: naming emotions, mindful breathing, trigger mapping, and compassionate action. You’ll learn how to reduce stress responses, improve sleep and focus, and show up more authentically with the people you love. Stop the cycle of “numb, erupt, repeat.” Press play and build emotional literacy that lasts.