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4 Tips for Overcoming a Traumatic Event

by kelly
February 20, 2023Filed under:
  • Life & Lifestyle

Going through a traumatic event can have a significant impact on your life. Whether you get in a car accident, or you experience the death of a loved one, trauma can leave us feeling like the world’s been swept out from underneath our feet.

And although you may not be able to forget a painful experience entirely, there are ways to heal. With enough patience and the right tools, you can eventually move on to a better place emotionally. Here are some of the best tips for overcoming trauma.

Accept The Circumstances

The first step to moving on is accepting the situation. Acknowledge and accept the event that occurred, first and foremost. If you deny its existence, then how can you possibly hope to move on from there?

Take time to process what happened to you, grieve, and experience the pain that accompanies the memory. Take as much time as you need to go over the details in your head, and accept it as a reality.

Find Support

Even though many people may be tempted to navigate trauma on their own, you need all the support you can get. It’s important not to feel guilty about reaching out to people you love to help you get through difficult times. In many cases, we feel like we’re burdening the people we love by telling them about our frustrations and worries when in reality, that’s what friends and family are for.

If you’re having a hard time processing the aftermath of your trauma, don’t be afraid to ask for help. Whether it’s professional help or friends, create a support system to help you get through the difficult times.

Take Care of Yourself

When we’re feeling overwhelmed with our emotions, it can be difficult to look after ourselves. However, self-care is a crucial part of healing. Self-care embodies everything from eating the right foods to getting enough sleep.

Since your mental health is deeply connected to your physical health, it’s crucial that you care for your body. Since your inner world is often a reflection of your outer world and vice versa, it’s important that you look after both aspects of your well-being. Above all, make sure that you reward yourself. Do whatever it takes to make yourself feel pampered and nurtured. Treat yourself to a massage, or go on a trip. Do something that gives you the motivation to keep going– you deserve it!

Stay Active

It’s easy to continue to dwell on trauma when you’re not staying busy. Keep your mind and body active by staying busy with work and creative endeavors. Even though it may be difficult at first to focus on anything other than your pain, it’s a critical part of stepping outside of a painful memory and making room for new positive memories!

 

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