Expressing your feelings | Kids Helpline

We’re wired to have feelings. Feelings are created by chemicals in your brain and can be felt throughout your body. They are triggered by your experiences and thoughts.

Feelings have helped our species survive by driving us to seek out rewards and pleasure while at the same time avoiding threats and dangerous situations.

Feelings can protect and guide us. They help us to seek out positive experiences and avoid danger. Feelings also help us to connect, understand and relate to others. But sometimes our feelings might be out of proportion to the situation or we aren’t sure how to respond to what we’re feeling.

Talking about your feelings can help you stay in good mental health and help you cope when you feel upset.