When emotions are left unnamed, they can become overwhelming.
Simply saying “I feel anxious” instead of “something’s wrong” engages the thinking part of your brain, reducing emotional intensity.

In therapy, we focus on helping clients expand their emotional vocabulary — distinguishing between frustration and anger, sadness and loneliness, or fear and shame.

Naming feelings does not eliminate them, but it gives you control and clarity.
This practice strengthens emotional regulation and allows you to respond thoughtfully rather than react impulsively.