Holding your emotions inside is like being a pressure cooker.  Sooner or later you will explode!  Let your emotions out in a safe and healthy manner.  Holding everything inside of you is not good for you.  Studies have shown that your emotions and thoughts do contribute to your mental and physical well being.

There's no reason to hold your emotions inside of you.  It's cathartic to yell, scream, and cry.  You'll release whatever it is that's upsetting your from your body, mind, and spirit.  You have every right to feel the way you feel.  However, keeping it all inside will not do you any good.

Tips to letting your emotions out

1.  Speak to someone.  Confide in your best friend, sibling, parent(s), teacher(s), guidance counselor, or anyone you feel comfortable speaking to about your feelings.  It's important that you do this in a safe and secure environment.

2.  Punch a pillow.  Ok, punching a pillow may not make you feel better at first, but it could help you to release any frustration you may have.

3.  Workout.  Exercise releases endorphins which help you to feel better.  Doing a high intense cardio workout such as kickboxing, spinning, running, or hiking is a great way to release your emotions.  It's better to pound the pavement instead of the person who upset you!

4.  Martial Arts.  Take up any type of martial arts.  It will teach you discipline and focus. 

5.  Get creative.  Draw, paint, sing, dance, do graphic design, write, design jewelry, or do pottery.  Creativity is a great release of your emotions because you can put your heart and soul into a project.  Channel your energy into what makes you happy.

6.  Go for a walk.  Get outside and enjoy nature.  Listen to the birds chirp and breathe in the fresh air.

7.  Go to the park.  Get on your bike and head towards the park.  Stop by the swings or play a game of kickball or football with your friends.  All of that running around is great emotional release.

8.  Meditate.  Be still for five or more minutes.  Focus on your breath and nothing else.  Allow a sense of deep peace wash over you.

9.  Yoga.  Combine yoga with deep breathing exercises to release your emotions.  Stretch your muscles and release your emotions as you do.

Teens release your emotions today so they don't show up in your body tomorrow.  That sore throat you have or aching muscles could be the result of the emotional stress that you're under.  Relax and know that it will be all right.  Love yourself and love will surround you!