“Keep your mind clear in difficult situations”.
Life often throws unexpected situations at you. Your ability to accept that life isn’t meant to be fair can go a long way when it comes to getting you through tough situations in life.
1. Acknowledge the Situation
Acknowledge and be prepared to face the situation, regardless of how you feel about it.
2. Develop a Plan
Brainstorm potential ways to deal with the situation. Spend time thinking about how you can respond to a tough situation. Even if you can’t fix it, you can develop a plan to cope with it.
3. Seek Help When Necessary
Asking for help can be a sign of strength and courage. Don’t be afraid to look for help in a variety of ways to help you cope with a tough situation in life.
4. Change What You Can
Identify what is within your control and resolve to make a change.
5. Identify What You Can’t Change
Don’t waste time and energy trying to change things you can’t change. Instead, accept that the situation is unfair and tough.
6. Develop Coping Skills to Deal with Your Feelings
Develop a plan to cope with all those difficult feelings.
7. Focus on What You Can Gain
Usually, something good can come out of even the worst situations. Focus on what you might gain for having survived a tough situation.