Why 'Not Being Good Enough' Is a Learned Illusion

At some point in life, nearly all of us have carried the silent weight of believing we’re not good enough. Whether it arises from childhood experiences, societal pressures, or painful relationships, this belief can quietly shape our decisions, our relationships, and our sense of self-worth. But what if the idea of not being good enough isn’t true at all? What if it’s not an inherent flaw but a learned illusion, one that you can resolve? At the heart of Emotional Resolution® (EmRes®), developed by Cedric Bertelli, lies a powerful truth: you don’t have to manage emotional pain for the rest of your life. You can resolve it, permanently. That includes the nagging, conditioned belief that you’re somehow not enough.

The Origins of the "Not Good Enough" Illusion

The belief that you are not good enough doesn’t start in adulthood. It usually takes root early, during moments when your nervous system interprets certain emotional situations as threatening or unsafe. Maybe it was a parent who was too critical, or a teacher who humiliated you in front of the class. Maybe it was the slow drip of social messaging that equated your value with achievement or appearance. In those moments, your body registered a strong emotional charge, fear, shame, rejection, unworthiness and, without the means to fully process it, your system filed it away for later. That’s why years later, even as an accomplished adult, a single comment from a colleague or partner can bring a rush of self-doubt.

EmRes® and Viscero-Somatic Quieting: Your Body Holds the Key

Emotional Resolution® doesn’t ask you to "think" your way through pain. It doesn’t involve retelling traumatic stories or rewiring your mindset through repetition. Instead, EmRes® taps into the innate intelligence of your body, a process Cedric Bertelli calls viscero-somatic quieting™*. Through this process, you gently reconnect with the physical sensations that arise during emotional distress, tightness in the chest, pressure in the stomach, heat in the throat. These bodily sensations are not random. They are the somatic imprints of unprocessed emotional events. When you stay present with these sensations, without distraction or mental interpretation, your nervous system naturally completes the cycle of emotional processing. It releases what it never got to finish years ago. The result is lasting resolution, not just symptom management.

Why Traditional Methods Often Fall Short

Most of us try to cope with emotional wounds by changing how we think. We tell ourselves we’re worthy. We journal. We meditate. We attend workshops and read self-help books. And while these practices can be valuable, they often address the symptoms of emotional pain, not the root cause. That’s because the emotional charge of “not being good enough” doesn’t live in your thoughts. It lives in your body. Cedric Bertelli’s work invites a different approach, one where you stop fighting your emotions and instead feel them fully, physically, and without fear. That’s how the illusion begins to dissolve.

Releasing the Pattern of Unworthiness

Let’s take a real-life example. You’re in a meeting, and a colleague questions your idea. Instantly, your throat tightens, your heart races, and your mind spirals: I’m not smart enough. I should’ve stayed quiet. You could override this with affirmations or remind yourself that your input is valid, but the emotional response would likely return the next time you feel challenged.


With EmRes®, you would instead pause and focus inward. You’d follow the sensations in your body, without trying to change them. As your nervous system completes the emotional loop that was left unfinished in the past, the charge around these experiences softens. In time, that same trigger no longer sparks the same response. The belief loses its emotional fuel.

What Makes EmRes® Unique

Unlike many therapeutic methods that can take months or years, Emotional Resolution® is designed to create radical and lasting change in a short amount of time. Sessions can be done in person or virtually via phone or Zoom, making it accessible no matter where you live.


People who have worked with Cedric Bertelli report resolution of conditions such as:



That’s because many of our physical ailments and emotional patterns share a common root: unresolved emotional memory.

You Were Never Broken—Just Unprocessed

The idea that you’re not good enough was never your truth. It was a reflection of unprocessed emotional moments stored in your nervous system. These moments don't define you. They are simply waiting to be completed and released.


Emotional Resolution® offers a path to do exactly that.


You don’t need to “fix” yourself. You need to remember who you were before the illusion set in. And through the process of viscero-somatic quieting™, you can.

Ready to Begin With Cedric Bertelli? 

If you’re tired of carrying the burden of emotional patterns that no longer serve you, now is the time to try something radically effective. With Emotional Resolution® sessions guided by Cedric Bertelli, you can finally lift the impact of past trauma, dissolve self-sabotaging behaviors, and return to a life of emotional freedom. Learn more or book your session at https://www.cedricbertelli.com/contact. No matter where you are in the world, resolution is within reach.

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Understanding and Managing Unconscious Emotional Tensions

In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it's easy to overlook the subtle undercurrents of tension that constantly flow through us. These are not the acute stresses of a looming deadline or an impending difficult conversation but rather a more insidious form of strain that we often don't recognize because they are so woven into the fabric of our daily existence. These tensions are emotional in nature, quietly draining our "body budget," a term that encapsulates our reservoir of physical and mental energy. Understanding and managing unconscious emotional tensions can be transformative, unlocking new levels of mental clarity and creativity.

The Invisible Weight of Everyday Emotions

Every day, we are undergoing tensions, every moment, all day long. These tensions are not the pronounced emotions such as joy, fear, or anger that we readily identify and respond to. Instead, they are subtler, more pervasive, and because they are so common or not as intense, we often do not perceive them consciously. However, just because these emotional tensions are less apparent does not mean they are any less impactful. On the contrary, they are debilitating emotions, sapping our energy and constraining our mental and creative faculties.

The concept of a "body budget," as described in the realm of psychology and wellness, provides a useful framework for understanding this phenomenon. It suggests that our bodies manage a kind of budget of resources, such as energy, attention, and emotional capacity. These subtle, everyday tensions act as withdrawals from our body budget, leaving us with less to invest in activities that require mental effort, creativity, or emotional engagement.

The Environmental Triggers

Interestingly, the sources of these tensions are often found in our immediate surroundings: the objects in our homes, photos, art, and other items that populate our living and working spaces. These items, many of which we choose to surround ourselves with for their aesthetic appeal or sentimental value, can also be sources of emotional tension. They hold memories, some of which may be painful or complicated, and can trigger low-level fears or anxieties. 

The link between our emotions and our environment is profound. The spaces we inhabit are not just physical locations but emotional landscapes. Every piece of art, every photograph, every seemingly benign object has the potential to evoke an emotional response, often one that we are not consciously aware of.

The Practice of Clearing the House

To manage and mitigate the impact of these unconscious emotional tensions, I propose an exercise I call "Clearing the House." This practice involves taking a mindful tour of your living or working space and pausing to examine each photo, piece of art, and significant object. The goal is not to analyze your reaction but to simply become aware of it, to note any physical sensations or emotional responses that arise without expectation or judgment.

The process is akin to a meditative practice, where the focus is on observation and awareness rather than analysis or action. By becoming attentive to our body's reactions to the items in our environment, we might be surprised to notice that tensions rise, regardless of what we were anticipating. The key is to feel these sensations fully until they abate, acknowledging their presence and then letting them go.

The Benefits of Emotional Decluttering

What makes "Clearing the House" so powerful is its potential to bring unconscious emotional tensions into the light, allowing us to address them directly. This practice can lead to a form of emotional decluttering, where we become more conscious of the emotional impact of our environment and can make choices about how to arrange our spaces in ways that support our mental and emotional well-being.

Over time, this practice can lead to a significant reduction in the background noise of emotional tension, freeing up our "body budget" for more productive and fulfilling endeavors. It can enhance our mental clarity, boost our creativity, and improve our overall emotional resilience. By understanding and managing the unseen emotional currents that flow through our daily lives, we can create spaces that nourish rather than deplete us, environments that inspire rather than constrain.

Embracing the Journey and Seeking Emotional Resolution With Cedric Bertelli 

"Clearing the House" is more than just a one-time exercise; it's a continuous practice of becoming more attuned to the subtle interplay between our emotions and our environments. It's about recognizing that our surroundings have a profound impact on our emotional well-being and taking active steps to cultivate spaces that support and enrich us. This journey towards emotional clarity and environmental harmony can transform not just our living spaces but our lives, opening up new possibilities for creativity, connection, and well-being.

If you find yourself in need of additional support and attention when it comes to understanding and managing unconscious emotional tensions, Cedric Bertelli is here with his practice of Emotional Resolution to guide you. Embrace EmRes, and let Cedric Bertelli and this remarkable approach guide you on your path to emotional well-being and impactful change in our challenging yet hopeful world. To start a conversation today, contact us here.