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Naming what you feel in writing transforms a vague internal pressure into a manageable object. The act of labeling an emotion recruits prefrontal circuits that dampen the amygdala, turning an overwhelming force into data you can examine, track, and act on deliberately.
Using specific emotional states as activation signals for pre-designed responses.
Having precise words for emotional states makes them more manageable.
The more precisely you can label an emotion the better you can respond to it.
You must clearly identify the emotion before you can redirect its energy.