THE ORNELIAN FRAMEWORK

4. Emotional Knowing (Cancer)

Mode of Knowing: Emotional
Core Function: Energy
Disciplinary Lens: Multimedia Arts
Element: Water
Colors: Silver, White, Sea Green
Archetypes: Caregiver, Healer, Empath
Keywords: Emotion, Empathy, Intuition, Connection

Overview:
Emotional Knowing arises through awareness and expression of feelings and energy. It emphasizes empathy, emotional intelligence, and the capacity to navigate interpersonal dynamics. Learners develop insight by tuning into their own and others’ emotions, integrating them into decision-making.

Practices:

Track emotional states and energy levels daily.
Practice active listening and empathetic response.
Engage in creative expression of emotions.

Journal Prompts:

What emotions arose for me today, and why?
How did I respond to others’ feelings?
Where can I practice greater emotional awareness?

Resources:

Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman
The Language of Emotions by Karla McLaren
My Cancer Sublime Collection

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