People like to say, "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade," but sometimes it may not be that easy. Our world is so fast paced and not normally the type to just be still. So one day in this fast paced world, you might happen to find yourself in what I like to call a life slump. You feel like you're overwhelmed all the time, can't get a break, and in a way just depressed. It seems like nothing is going your way. So you might ask "What Happened?" You're probably wondering how you got there in the first place.
It's annoying when the little things get to you and eventually you just build a wall around yourself. No one likes feeling like this and the person can't wait to feel like they escaped from this cell. Here's a few tips that personally helped me get out of this situation:
1. It is okay.
Everyone goes through this. It's normal and of course it is always tough. No one said getting through the slump would be easy, but in order for you to let it go one has to understand that it is okay. The situation does not define the end of your troubles or your life. Eventually it will be gone and forgotten. In the end, you have learned from this situation that made you stronger than before. Stay positive because you will be okay.
2. We need to know to take a step back to breathe.
Life may be fast pitching those lemons at you but you got to learn to breathe and just be. Sometimes sitting in a room without music or people and doing deep breathing can help your body relax. An escape by yourself can be calming and even worth the trip. I say to do this because jumping into a situation can make it worse. When one takes a step back, it helps them gain a steady thought process that can help you figure out the best thing to do about the situation.
3. Be ourselves.
More often than not, we change ourselves to fit in with our society. Sometimes it can be trying to act or dress a certain way or even white lies. But ask yourself, "Why?" Is it really worth not feeling the same just to find temporary comfort in acting as something your not? Be how you want to be, dress whatever way you like, and just be original. The world can always use more people like that.
4. Find a way to physically relax your body and mind.
For some people this is yoga or for others it can be going to church. Find something that makes you happy and helps distract you from everything else. For me I've learned to set aside a day where I can just have all to myself. I normally try to make Sundays be my off day but I'll wake up, go to church, and go to a close coffee shop and read a book for as long as I want. This just helps me connect with myself again.
5. Stop asking yourself, "What happened?" but instead work on fixing it.
It never made sense to me why we focus so hard on the negative and never the positive. Now don't get me wrong, I am guilty of this too. When there is a situation, we naturally focus on the worst thing. The outcome most likely would be different if we would focus on fixing the problem before it gets worse or before it can affect us even more. But we as people, we would feel better emotionally if we focused on positivity in a situation as if it is a healing process to a wound.
When you're in a life slump, try not to let it takeover your wellbeing. There is always a way out of it, it may take some time but eventually it will end. Remember, you are not the only one feeling this way and everything will be okay.
