Feeling Wheels for Feeling Well
I was reminded of the concept of a "Feeling Wheel" in a recent post from Lifehacker. They suggested using such a wheel for expanding one's vocabulary, citing an English Teacher's blog.
The Feeling Wheel has its origins in counseling and psychology. It can be a helpful tool for pastors who wish to pinpoint their counselee's presenting problem in a helpful way. As we seek Godly Wisdom in a given situation, having the right words can help. We begin in language because after all, "In the beginning was the Word." The Psalmist writes,
The Feeling Wheel has its origins in counseling and psychology. It can be a helpful tool for pastors who wish to pinpoint their counselee's presenting problem in a helpful way. As we seek Godly Wisdom in a given situation, having the right words can help. We begin in language because after all, "In the beginning was the Word." The Psalmist writes,
"Search me, O God, and know my heart; Try me and know my anxious thoughts; And see if there be any hurtful way in me, And lead me in the everlasting way." Psalm 139:23-24
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