Why It's Best to Talk When You Feel 'Okay'

When your emotions aren't in a comfortable state of mind, it's not always smart to engage with others

Sothy Eng, PhD, is an associate professor in human development and family science at the University of Hawaii at Mānoa

There are situations when it strongly feels and makes sense to us to communicate. The problem is that we may not be in the best place in our minds, emotionally and psychologically, to express ourselves in an effective manner for a beneficial outcome.

It’s a point that Sothy Eng, PhD, has written about to help people gain valuable and helpful understanding. Eng, an associate professor in human development and family science at the University of Hawaii at Mānoa, asserted patience will prevent problems.

“Talk when you’re okay,” he has said. “Not when you’re overwhelmed.”

Here’s why (it may surprise you) …