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Although we canmake life plans, things don’t always go the way we expect.
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That said, there are plenty of situations in which life may feel out of control.
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The following are a few to consider.
Excessive Stress
A lot of overwhelming feelings can be caused bystress coming in at every corner.
Two people are involved.
This feeling can be especially prominent when attempts to mend the relationship have failed.
Large-Scale Crises
Highly contagious viruses,natural disasters, andsocial injusticesare all large-scale challenges.
Since they affect so many people, it’s easy to feel a loss of control.
Situations such as these can also produce feelings of defenselessness, anxiety, fear, and even anger.
Since these kinds of situations are out of your control, you mayfeel helplessand lost.
Engage in Self-Care
It is perfectly okay to take some time for yourself.
In fact, doing so offers many benefits.
This does not mean accepting poor treatment.
We tend to want to double-check we get it just right, almost perfectbut nothing will ever be perfect.
Use your mistakes to foster personal growth and wisdom.
Be appreciative of challenging situations that push you to keep going and bring you to better times.
They can help you deconstruct your feelings and sort them out accordingly.
Think Positively
Strive tothink positively.
Life wont always feel this way.
Its also important to remember that sometimes you have to take the bad with the good.
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