Supportive relationships should involve a balance of sharing and actively listening.
What is emotional dumping?
Whats important here is thewhenand thehowof venting.
Why is emotional dumping toxic?
Plus, even healthy venting can only be helpful under certain circumstances.
In fact,a 2024 studyfound that venting actually doesnotsignificantly reduce feelings of anger.
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Emotional dumping can potentially put someone in a high-pressure situation that theyre not equipped to navigate.
Once youre feeling ready, Greenfield recommends acknowledging and validating the dumpers emotions.
Ask if members of your support system have space before sharing.
How do I stop emotionally dumping?
Signs of healthy venting
Yes, there absolutelyissuch a thing as healthy venting!
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