The 6 Signs of Emotional Maturity

Being emotional mature is often thought of as something that automatically happens as we age, but that's not the case. We have to work to have healthy boundaries, learn how to identify our emotions when we have them, be okay with admitting when we are wrong, be slow to react and instead respond more thoughtfully to upsets, communicate clearly to those we are in relationships with, and be able to make decisions for ourselves with ease. It takes work, but it's worth it because it will improve the relationship with have with ourselves and others.

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[SileneKitty]

Therapy has taught me how to human. I recommend it.

[sophiadavenport]

Coaching yourself through negative emotions and traumatic experiences is another sign of a person being emotionally mature. 💕

[alicehong]

1. Healthy boundaries
2. Identify our emotions
3. Admitting we are wrong
4. Slow to react
5. Communicate clearly
6. Ability to make decisions

[empemitheos]

emotional maturity works if you are interacting with other people near the same level, otherwise, it can be pretty depressing when you're forced to deal with people who are not, on a constant basis

[dreambug]

My partner's emotional maturity is one of the things I value most about him. It's a very subtle trait that some people don't pay attention to, but it makes a huge difference in a relationship.

[doggiestylespositivedoggro]

I think an emotionally mature person knows when to give advice and when to just listen.

[_just_TK]

“...so what ur saying is that in my last relationship I had the emotional maturity of a 10yr old wombat...” 🤔

My Therapist: 🤦‍♀️

[ellentevault]

I’m having an emotionally immature day. So I avoided people and slept.

[xrpsmith]

I think having empathy for others is maturity. Being conscientious (finish your work, show up on time, etc.) and not burdening others by being lazy or inconsiderate are good signs of maturity.

[jeilenramos]

I'm not as emotionally mature as I thought

[elysetodd]

Coming from a family that was terrible at expressing or even discussing emotions growing up; I struggle with identifying what emotions I'm feeling instead of numbing all emotions positive and negative. It'd be so helpful and interesting to hear some tips on how to start becoming better at sitting with emotion and learning to name them. Thanks Kati!

[raywood]

You are so much wiser than any therapist I've seen.

[kaitlincarr]

Tracking my emotions daily in a journal really helped me overcome my codependency. This made me feel more mature and competent. Self-exploration and discovery is so important!

[Annniiika]

I would like to add that emotionally mature people know how to listen, and they take other peoples feelings, needs and wants in to account, alongside with their own. In other words, they dont bulldoze over other people.

[jgirl]

I cant stop staring at ur eyebrows, they're perfect

[piiinkDeluxe]

Mature ppl:
- know when to comfort and when to tough talk
- are being empathic without forgetting themselves

[ezzie]

I have... Some problems. Thank you for getting me through so much, and showing me that not all therapists are as bad as my old one

[lolatJESS]

Some times emotional maturity isn't a fault of your own. You could have practiced all this growing up - having parents who are not emotionally mature makes it harder to utilize these skills as an adult, and essentially have to relearn it. In a family where you have to beg for boundaries and your emotions are disregarded, you find yourself yelling at walls and out lashing because it's the only way you learned how to get anyone to listen.
My therapist brought up to me that she said I was emotionally immature, and I agreed. It kind of upset me at first when I thought about it later...like it was insulting. This video puts her thoughts into perspective for me.

[TheEatMeDrinkMe]

Being able to admit when you need someone's help or support.

[thebiggestlittlecity]

Mature ppl:
- Self-acceptance: Be honest to oneself.
- Classiness: Keep things objective