I feel similar regarding being zapped. I think you are on the right track when you talk about sitting and dealing with them...I complete anEmotional Intensity Continuum Worksheet
Prompting Event Objectively describe in as much detail as possible the event(s) immediately preceding this episode
Emotion Name What name(s) would I give to the emotion? Describe what it feels like.
Physical Sensations Describe what bodily sensations I feel (Fast heart rate, sweating, shaking, etc.)
Thoughts State the thoughts present during the episode. Do not Evaluate, Challenge, or judge them.
Filter What filters do the thoughts fall under? What themes are present in my thoughts?
Action Urges What do I feel like doing in response to the episode? What is my reflex reaction?
Behavior Describe what you did during the episode.