Transforming Incomplete Cycles in Practice
Anchoring Emotional Cadence Develops Leadership
This is Part 6 of a 7-part series on Incomplete Cycles and its effects on our business, lives, and decision-making.
Did you miss the previous posts? Here you go!
Part 1 Leading Through Complexity: Harnessing the Power of Incomplete Cycles
Part 2 Limitations of Hierarchical Thinking
Part 3 The Power of Heart + Gut Intelligence
Part 4 Overthinking + Over-intellectualizing
Part 5 Are You Avoiding Emotional Processing + Trauma
Exploring what opportunities await us by focusing on the transformation possibilities gives us a glimpse at how to create meaning and heal.
By developing practical strategies to identify and resolve these cycles, we can cultivate emotional intelligence and intuition, ultimately fostering a greater sense of self-awareness.
In the next section, we'll explore various techniques for transforming incomplete cycles and discuss the significance of self-reflection in preventing these cycles from forming in the first place.
Transforming Incomplete Cycles in Practice
In recent years, our society has witnessed a surge in division and conflict, with many individuals grappling with unprocessed emotions and traumas. One often overlooked aspect of our inner work is the significance of completing emotional and psychological cycles. These cycles are essential for integrating experiences, fostering personal growth, and cultivating resilience.
Completed cycles allow us to fully process our emotions and gain valuable insights from our experiences. When we leave cycles incomplete, we may carry unresolved emotions, leading to a build-up of internal tension and stress. This can contribute to a vicious cycle of emotional reactivity, making it more challenging to navigate life's complexities and maintain healthy relationships.
Recognizing the importance of completing cycles empowers us to take charge of our emotional well-being and create a more harmonious inner landscape. By prioritizing this aspect of our personal growth, we can become more compassionate, self-aware, and better equipped to navigate life's challenges without resorting to defensive or hurtful behaviors.
“Not because of pride, incapacity or arrogance, but simply because that no longer fits your life” on Closing Cycles Paul Cohello
Turning Challenges into Opportunities: Practical Strategies for Embracing Incomplete Cycles
Recent research has indeed suggested a possible link between incomplete emotional cycles and the manifestation of health issues and disease. According to these studies, unresolved emotional experiences can lead to a state of chronic stress and inflammation, which can have detrimental effects on our physical well-being.
The body's stress response system, which is designed to protect us from immediate threats, can become overactive when we carry unresolved emotions and traumas. This constant state of heightened alertness can result in wear and tear on the body, potentially contributing to various health problems, including autoimmune disorders, cardiovascular disease, and even certain types of cancer.
By addressing incomplete cycles and resolving emotional conflicts, we may not only improve our mental health but also support our body's natural healing mechanisms. This holistic approach recognizes the interconnectedness of our emotional, mental, and physical well-being, emphasizing the importance of tending to all aspects of our health for optimal wellness.
Identifying and Addressing Incomplete Cycles - One effective strategy for identifying incomplete cycles is journaling or regular self-reflection, as this helps you recognize patterns in thoughts and emotions (Pennebaker & Seagal, 1999). Once identified, addressing these cycles can be done through practices like Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) or tapping, which combines acupressure and cognitive-behavioral therapy to release emotional blockages (Church, 2013).
Fostering Emotional Intelligence and Intuition - Techniques such as mindfulness meditation (Kabat-Zinn, 2003) and Nonviolent Communication (NVC) (Rosenberg, 2015) can help develop emotional intelligence by cultivating self-awareness, empathy, and emotional regulation. Intuition can be strengthened through creativity exercises, spending time in nature, and trusting one's gut feelings (Miller & Cook-Greuter, 2000).
Preventing Incomplete Cycles through Self-Awareness and Self-Reflection - Self-awareness and self-reflection are crucial in preventing incomplete cycles as they help us identify and process our emotions as they arise (Goleman, 1995). Journaling, seeking feedback from trusted friends or mentors, and practicing active listening can all foster self-awareness and promote a deeper understanding of our experiences (Hewitt, 2021).
As we conclude this exploration of transforming incomplete cycles in practice, it's essential to remember that this is not the end of the journey. Rather, it's a doorway to continued growth and learning as you integrate these strategies into your personal and professional life. By addressing incomplete cycles and fostering emotional intelligence, intuition, self-awareness, and self-reflection, you can experience profound shifts in your well-being and decision-making abilities.
Moreover, these tools and insights can extend beyond individual benefits, positively impacting your team and business. Encouraging open communication, empathy, and emotional resilience within your organization can lead to increased collaboration, innovation, and overall success.
So, consider this a starting point – an invitation to embrace the ongoing process of personal and collective growth. As you continue to examine and experience the power of completing cycles, you'll uncover new layers of understanding and opportunities for transformation, ultimately enriching all aspects of your life and leadership.
This addition to the outline highlights the role of hierarchical thinking in perpetuating incomplete cycles and encourages readers to explore alternative ways of organizing and making decisions that promote a more balanced integration of intellectual, heart, and gut intelligence.
What New Questions Are Surfacing For You Now?
Here are questions you can use now to spark your inner journey to explore where you can be holding onto emotions that need you to process them and the incompletes they have given you.
Recognizing Patterns: In which areas of my life do I notice recurring emotional reactivity or unresolved conflicts? What patterns emerge when I reflect on these experiences?
Emotional Processing: How do I currently process my emotions and experiences? Are there any strategies I can adopt to facilitate more complete emotional cycles?
Building Resilience: What practices or habits can I cultivate to foster resilience and support my ability to navigate life's challenges with greater ease?
Cultivating Awareness: How can I increase my self-awareness to better identify and address incomplete cycles as they arise?
Support Systems: Who can I turn to for support and guidance as I work on transforming incomplete cycles? Are there professionals or resources that could provide additional assistance?
By asking these questions and exploring the answers, you can gain valuable insights into your emotional patterns and develop strategies for transforming incomplete cycles into opportunities for personal growth and resilience.
Because you benefit from understanding Incomplete Cycles
There is a profound connection and value for exploring our incomplete cycles.
Link between incomplete cycles and stored trauma: Unresolved emotions and experiences can result in stored trauma, which has a lasting impact on our mental, emotional, and physical well-being. This unresolved trauma can manifest in various ways, such as anxiety, depression, or unhealthy coping mechanisms.
(more of this is in the original post here) Look in the first section Identified “Understanding Incomplete Cycles.”
Wrapping it up, and bringing in these unique viewpoints helps us better understand emotional processing and healing from trauma. Authors like Resmaa Menakem, Adrienne Maree Brown, and Bell Hooks offer valuable insights from different backgrounds and experiences. Their perspectives create a more well-rounded and inclusive discussion on healing, growth, and resilience, making the conversation richer and more relatable for everyone.
What Now?
Now that you understand the importance of completing cycles in problem-solving and decision-making, let me, Michele Price, help you put these insights into action.
With my guidance, we'll often in a single session close the loop on unresolved challenges, including identifying unprocessed emotions that may be holding you back.
Remember, tackling these emotional hurdles doesn't always require a therapist—often, my clients and I can navigate and create a process in a single session. Reach out today, and let's complete the cycle of growth together. To begin, consider these three options:
Harness my Wisdom (a single session)
VIP Days (for those who benefit from concentrated downloads)
Advise/Coach on specific you want to improve - Communication - Power - Leadership: Programs (topic + behavior-specific containers that can be either short or long-term - for example, 12 weeks to 13 months)
Which path resonates most deeply with you?
Give yourself permission to act today and reach out to me Michele Price to explore which type will serve you best right now so you can start this empowering journey.
Not quite ready to become a Founding Member or Hire me, how about buying me a coffee or two!
Into the Vortex (the sister publication to Verbal Vortexes my podcast) is free right now and those of you who buy me a cup of coffee to show me support - you are appreciated.
As always, you can show your support by checking out my free publication, Into the Vortex. I appreciate your consideration and look forward to working with you!