1 . Emotional pain is part of life.
Seek help from those close to you. Asking for help can be awkward. However, if you let someone know that you are trying to make specific changes in your life, it will increase the likelihood of your success.
Volunteer your time to a cause. One way of coping with emotional pain is to volunteer your time, resources, or expertise to a worthy cause or individual. Volunteering will help you develop new skills, and begin or strengthen your connection with your community. It can also provide a boost to your self-esteem and personal development.
Make a plan to build coping skills. Following a problem-solving model will give you a structure for creating change. You must determine clear objectives, carry them out, make adjustments as needed and monitor your progress.
A.Focus on the positive. |
B.You will feel a “giver’s high”. |
C.Fill your schedule with new agenda items. |
D.Knowing that doesn’t seem to make it any easier. |
E.Emotional pain, however, can take much longer to wear off. |
F.Your new behaviors will build over time and become second nature to you. |
G.A strong support network can help you cope with your pain more effectively. |