A good overview of the purpose and meaning of our various emotions and feelings. Gives some helpful guidance.

(I received a free digital copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review)

This was a great addition to my therapy collection. It is informative and written in a language most of us can read (not all medical jargon where you need a degree in science to understand)

I found it very helpful as emotions are where I struggle most in life and they are currently taking over.

I would absolutely recommend to others.

A great guide to really feeling and understanding your emotions.

Thank you to the publisher and netgalley for this review copy

First and foremost, thank you to NetGalley for providing me with an ARC copy in exchange for an honest review.
I am a DBT Therapist and we teach many people about getting down to the roots and accurately identifying our emotions. This may sound like an “obvious thing” however, many people struggle with truly knowing how to describe their emotions. This workbook, although at times too simplistic in my opinion, would be helpful to providing a foundation of paying mindful attention to your emotions and how they feel in your body. I do wish the book had deeper examples that held more weight, but it’s a decent book overall. I would also like to see more adjectives for primary emotions and where they fit on an “emotional thermometer

An accessible guide to understanding, accepting and processing emotions - including so called "negative" emotions.

This is an area I have some prior knowledge of, so I found the workbook simplistic at times; however, it still managed to introduce some concepts which were new to me (such as contract renegotiation) and which I found helpful. I would recommend this book highly as a beginner resource.

Thank you to NetGalley and Sounds True Publishing for the ARC in return for an honest review.

Thank you to NetGalley, the publishers and the author for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This workbook has been extremely helpful for me in processing and naming my emotions. Highly recommend it.

The Language of Emotions Workbook by Karla McLaren is a great resource to learn about how emotions can affect and influence your moods. This workbook would be more useful and helpful if used within a therapeutic session or with a group of people who wish to learn more about emotions and how they can affect yourself and others in many different situations.

📚 Book Review: The Language of Emotions Workbook by Karla McLaren

If you're on a journey to better understand your emotions or looking for tools to help others do the same, The Language of Emotions Workbook by Karla McLaren offers a practical guide to uncovering the wisdom behind our feelings. Here's a closer look at what makes this self-help workbook stand out:

🌟 About the Book

Publication Date: December 10, 2024
Publisher: Sounds True Publishing

This workbook provides a foundational approach to identifying and exploring emotions, making it a valuable resource for individuals seeking greater emotional awareness and therapists looking for accessible tools for their clients.

💡 Key Highlights

1. Clarity and Accessibility

Written in approachable language, avoiding heavy medical jargon.

Suitable for beginners or those new to self-help workbooks.



2. Focus on Emotional Awareness

Encourages readers to recognize and name their emotions.

Emphasizes paying mindful attention to how emotions manifest physically.



3. Interactive Exercises

Offers guided journaling and exercises to promote self-exploration.

Vocabulary lists and tools like the "emotional thermometer" help deepen understanding.




🔍 What Reviewers Loved

Educators and Therapists: Praised the workbook as a helpful resource for teaching emotional awareness.

Individuals on a Self-Help Journey: Found it insightful for managing and understanding complex emotions.

Practicality: Simple, straightforward exercises make it easy to integrate into daily life.


🌀 Room for Growth

Some reviewers felt the examples and exercises could have been more in-depth.

Others desired more nuanced descriptions and adjectives for emotions to expand the "emotional vocabulary."

Writing style and structure didn’t resonate with everyone but offered valuable insights nonetheless.


🎯 Ideal Audience

Whether you’re a therapist, an educator, or simply someone looking to deepen your emotional intelligence, this workbook provides a solid starting point. It's perfect for fans of self-help books, guided journaling, and emotional exploration.

📖 Reviewer Recommendations

“A must-have for anyone wanting to better understand their emotions.”

“Not perfect, but a helpful addition to any therapy or self-help toolkit.”

“Great for those who struggle with putting emotions into words.”


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A must have and must read book. Many of us go through life without giving a name to our emotions and without acknowledging them. This book is full of tips and advice that in my opinion are fundamental.