Most people share photos and stories about the good times in their lives.
And most donotshare about when they’re having a hard time in life.
Fortunately, you could learnhow to manage stress.
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Self-Worth
We all have to be our own biggest champions in life.
That’s because havinggood self-esteemmay boost your happiness.
Do you feel like a bully is living inside your head sometimes?
Boosting your self-esteem can help keep your thoughts from sliding down the slippery slope ofself-loathing.
Sometimes, all you have to do to get past a feeling is stop trying to fight it.
have some grace for yourself.
It doesn’t have to be complicated!
Were you a good babysitter for a younger sibling at one time?
Did you graduate from high school or college?
Have youmade a friend laugh recently?
All those are things you’ve done right.
And you will find that the good stuff outweighs your less-than-proud moments.
We sometimes have to remind ourselves of these things to have a more accurate view of our reality.
Journalingis useful for stress management.
What would you say to them?
Chances are, you certainly wouldn’t agree!
Instead, you’d point out everything you’ve seen them do right.
You’d tell them they are a great person, worthy of thinking highly of themself.
Going for a walk is a great way to clear your head of negative thoughts.
As you walk, let your thoughts wander away from the idea that you might’t do anything right.
When you get home, you just might feel a bit better.
Self-care is anything you do for yourself that makes you feel good.
Additionally, a kind act is also something you did right!
Everyone wins when you practice being charitable toward other people.
Taking a break reduces stress, makes us more productive overall and clears our heads.
That last benefit is key when you’re feeling like you’re able to’t do anything right.
If it leads you straight to the couch with your favorite book in hand, that’s totally fine!
If you want to pet your dog, that’s great!
If you want to close your eyes for a few minutes, there is nothing wrong with that.
Taking a break is supposed to be enjoyable and unproductive.
With the above tools, you have the power to change that mindset.
If you prefer, you could work with a therapist to help you get back on track.
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