10 Ways to Survive During a Difficult Life Transition

A friend asked me recently for tips on surviving a major change in her life- getting over it- and how to cope with the day-to-day until she feels better.  I sat with her and brainstormed the following ideas- wanted to post in case it could help anyone else out there dealing with a similar life transition.  Would love to hear any others to add to the list. 

1. Go to the gym everyday.  Everyone feels better after they workout.  Everyone feels better about themselves when they work out.  Everyone looks better when they workout. 
2. Read positive books - get some new information in your mind in order to think differently about your current situation.
3. Write down your thoughts- get a journal and be refective about where you are- and how you are feeling.  Also jot down what you are thankful for everyday to stay focused on positives.
4. Allow yourself time to grieve.  Don't try to push yourself too hard- or avoid the pain with unhealthy behaviors.  Instead focus on  getting to acceptance by allowing yourself time to journey through the other stages. 
5. Seek professional help - it sometimes helps to have an objective person to discuss our situation. 
6. Calendar social activities- reach out to friends and book your social calendar out so you are not sitting at home obsessing about things you have no control over. Get out and blow off some steam. 
7. Pray - ask for peace and understanding for your situation.
8. Focus forward- write down goals and things you want to do and become next.
9. Plan a project or something- it takes you into your analytical mind and gives you a break from the emotions.  Spreadsheets and numbers are a great distraction.
10. Help someone- volunteer your time and talents to those less fortunate.  It will lift your spirits and help someone else lift theirs.   

 

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