Tolerance of Emotions
Accepting and acknowledging each other's feelings, even when they are difficult or uncomfortable.
Tolerance of emotions means accepting and acknowledging each other’s feelings, even when they are difficult or uncomfortable. In a family, tolerance of emotions helps to create a safe and supportive environment in which family members can express themselves freely.
In practice, tolerance of emotions involves listening without judgment, and validating each other’s feelings.
Practical Examples
- • Listening without judgment
- • Validating each other's feelings
- • Creating a safe environment for emotional expression