Most of us understand what being emotionally unavailable means, but do we also understand what it means to be emotionally mature? — Here are a few questions to ask yourself: 1. Are you aware of your daily emotions, and do you acknowledge them? When you are comfortable with who you are as your authentic self you are aware of your emotions and you own them. If you are feeling sad, angry, or joyous and happy, you embrace these emotions openly with yourself, and your loved ones.