Embrace Your Emotions

Published on Jun 18, 2025 • 3 Min read


Depression doesn’t discriminate between age, gender, social class, race, or religion.

- Chris Martin, co-founder of Coldplay.

Depression has become a rampant issue that is preventing many from even functioning on a day to day basis. His words reminded me of how I had suppressed my emotions behind a facade of strength. I would often not feel understood and loved and that pain had gradually turned into depression and anxiety. We want the world to understand us, we want the world to listen to us, we want the world to trust us - the big question here is, do we truly know ourselves? 

The Journey from Suppression to Self-Awareness

Listen to Your Inner Voice

True leadership lies in authenticity. The first step towards authenticity is awakening to your inner voice. Realising that my inner voice is the voice of possibilities and the playbook to happiness, I committed to live authentically. Living in alignment with my inner self has given me the courage to embrace and heal my emotions.

Acknowledging Emotions

Accepting and acknowledging your emotions is where healing begins. Our emotions are the radar to our state of being. When we take ourselves for granted and keep suppressing those emotions that are alerting us to pause and reflect, we become depressed. I applaud Chris for courageously sharing his story and inspiring people to face up to their emotions.

Build Trust Through Conversation

Authenticity gives us the courage to be vulnerable and go deeper into our truth. Ignorance of our true nature is a common problem because we get trapped under social dogmas. We try to fit in rather than understand our uniqueness.  By normalizing conversations around mental well-being, we create a space of compassion. When we talk about it, we build connections. When we listen, we build trust. And when we accept, we build resilience.

True leadership begins by turning inward and reconnecting with your authentic self. Read more in Embrace Your True Identity to continue the journey.

Reconnecting with Your Authentic Self

If you’re facing your own silent struggle, remember: You’re not alone. You are not weak. You have simply lost sight of your true identity and need to find your way back home to your inner self. Through reflection, therapy, journaling, or mindfulness meditation, you can reconnect within and heal yourself. 

Believe in yourself. There is no shame in feeling low - turn inwards and transform the confusion into an opportunity to find your leadership. Discover your inner strength and emotional intelligence.

To every voice that speaks up: thank you for leading the way.

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