You Don't Know, What You Don't Know...: Riding the Waves: Managing Emotional Flooding and Its Mental Health Impact

By Joycelyn Johnson

What Is Emotional Flooding?

Emotional flooding is an intense psychological and physiological experience where emotions become overwhelming and all-consuming, often leaving individuals feeling out of control. It is characterized by an overload of emotions-whether fear, anger, sadness, or guilt-that can make it difficult to think clearly or respond effectively. Emotional flooding is not a sign of weakness but rather a natural response to internal or external stressors. Understanding how and why it happens is essential to gaining control over our mental health.

The purpose of this book is to demystify emotional flooding and provide actionable tools for managing it. Whether you're someone who frequently experiences emotional flooding, a loved one seeking to support someone else, or a professional aiming to deepen your understanding, this book offers insights and strategies for navigating emotional overwhelm.

This book also emphasizes practical solutions. You'll learn how to recognize the signs of emotional flooding in yourself and others, implement immediate coping strategies, and build preventative habits that foster emotional resilience. By the end, you'll have a deeper understanding of emotional flooding and the tools to turn emotional overwhelm into opportunities for growth, healing, and connection.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction (p. 5)

Part 1: The Foundations of Emotional Flooding
Chapter 1 - The Anatomy of Emotional Flooding (p. 9)
Chapter 2 - Triggers of Emotional Flooding (p. 13)
Chapter 3 - Emotional Flooding Across Life Stages (p. 17)

Part 2: The Link Between Emotional Flooding and Mental Health
Chapter 4 - Emotional Flooding and Common Mental Health Disorders (p. 24)
Chapter 5 - Chronic Emotional Flooding (p. 27)
Chapter 6 -The Interpersonal Toll (p. 31)

Part 3: Recognizing and Understanding Emotional Flooding
Chapter 7 - The Signs and Symptoms of Emotional Flooding (p. 37)
Chapter 8 - Assessing Emotional Flooding in Yourself and Others (p. 40)
Chapter 9 - Cultural and Social Considerations (p. 44)

Part 4: Managing Emotional Flooding
Chapter 10 - Immediate Coping Strategies (p. 50)
Chapter 11 - Preventative Measures (p. 54)
Chapter 12 - Developing Emotional Regulation Skills (p. 58)
Chapter 13 - Seeking Professional Support (p. 62)

Part 5: Emotional Flooding in Context
Chapter 14 - Emotional Flooding in Relationships (p. 68)
Chapter 15 - Workplace Impacts (p. 73)
Chapter 16 - Emotional Flooding in Parenting (p. 79)

Part 6: Thriving Beyond Emotional Flooding
Chapter 17 - Healing from Past Flooding Experiences (p. 85)
Chapter 18 - Building a Supportive Network (p. 90)
Chapter 19 Living with Emotional Awareness (p. 95)

Bonus Chapter - Emotional Flooding and Compulsive Behaviors - A Comprehensive Perspective (p. 101)

Conclusion (p. 106)
Includes Note Page, Additional Resources & Other Titles

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0DRGPFK4M
• ISBN13: 9798304756136
• Release Date: December 2024
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 126 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"