Coping with difficulties

It’s normal that not everything always goes as expected in life. Even minor worries and occasional anxiety are part of normal life. However, if you feel that you’re not able to cope with the concerns on your own, don’t be afraid of seeking help.

Difficult situations in life may sometimes feel insurmountable. If it feels impossible to cope by your own means, you should open up about the concern with an adult such as a school nurse, a psychologist or a school social worker.

In addition, you can also talk about the concerns online or on the phone. You may find information on the internet about the symptoms of mental disorders as well as guidelines to know, when it’s suggested to book an appointment with a doctor or a psychologist.

Life crises and coping strategies

One cannot avoid sadness, renouncement and crises in life. However, you can survive. A sudden crisis may arise when something new and difficult to deal with occurs in life, such as an end of a relationship, big loss, or a change in life. Sometimes the crisis is the result of a number of simultaneously mind-burdening issues.

There are numerous ways which one can cope with even during the most difficult stages of life. Taking care of one’s own physical condition is one way. It means, for example, regular exercise, eating and sleeping. You can also handle your emotions by talking to friends or family members, or by doing something creative like playing music, painting, acting, dancing or writing. You may also look for more information to reason the concerns. For some people, it is most natural to seek solace in spirituality and religion, in reflecting oneself or life, or in retreat.

Don’t be alone with your worries!

30.9.2024

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