Days after any change, transition, traumatic life or professional development, it can be easy to neglect our own health.
However, having made the wise decision to make a career change, or even get out of a relationship that yields no happiness, we must take certain steps to ensure that our emotional vulnerability does not lead to negativity.
It is normal to think about the past, dwell on the lost possibilities, and worry about what could have been. A big part of moving on is acceptance and acknowledgment.
It is imperative to take adequate steps to move past this phase when the time is right, and embrace living a fruitful new life that you have chosen. Let’s explore what you can do to ensure self-care during a more stressful time of your life.
Embrace your body.
When emotionally disturbed, it is easy for us to neglect our bodies and starve it of the essential nutrients it needs. Skipping meals is a strict no.
Remember, the first step to a healthy mind is a healthy body. Feed yourself healthy, junk free nourishment and spend a minimum of 30 minutes daily on physical exercise.
It doesn’t have to be the gym, just jog in a park, take up rock climbing, cycle in your neighborhood, dance to your favorite songs. Do whatever makes you happy while also getting those endorphins pumping.
Reconnect with friends and family.
Often in stressful, unhealthy relationships we tend to isolate ourselves from friends and family, allowing our world to revolve around our partner.
If this is true in your case, take steps towards reconnecting with your friends and relatives. While the bond may have been frayed, it is up to you to take steps towards reestablishing the warmth and trust.
People who value you will respond immediately, and also help you return to your old life and support you during this difficult time.
Pick up hobbies.
You once actively indulged in swimming, or met friends for a game of cards, or baked on weekends.
Don’t stop doing what makes you, YOU. Pick up all the abandoned projects, browse through your Pinterest boards for ideas, and get working.
Spending time on doing the things that characterize who you are will help you forget the past, and rediscover the strength you possess.
If you do not feel up to taking up big projects, just begin with smaller ideas, redecorating a wall, framing pictures…anything that you enjoy.
Keep yourself busy, ALWAYS.
The popular phrase, “An idle mind is a devils workshop.” rings true. Free time will just enable you to overthink things, and prevent you from moving on.
Ensure that you are engaging in something productive at all times. If old hobbies fail to interest you, take up new activities like small movie making projects, bird photography, or watch a play.
Another popular option is to play bingo game online. It passes time and offers rewards too!
The key to healing is accepting the loss of a relationship, while taking adequate steps to emotionally heal yourself.
Indulging in time exclusively for yourself, meeting new people and embracing new hobbies will expedite the process and allow you to grow into a stronger, more confident self. Celebrate the real you!
