How to Overcome an Emotional Crisis
Everyone walks through an emotional crisis. Sometimes several times in our life. The causes of an emotional crisis are many. The length of time to recover will vary based upon several factors including; the subject of the crisis, how well an individual’s coping skills are, and the strength of the support network of the individual. Listed here are nine steps to help you overcome an emotional crisis.
1 - Don’t make important decisions during a crisis.* If you must, discuss it with a trusted family member or friend.
2 - Don’t take on additional responsibilities.* You need to focus on your current situation.
3 - Don’t pressure yourself to meet others’ expectations.* You are under enough pressure already.
4 - Share with those you are close to.* That trusted family member or friend is important to help talk you through the situation.
5 - Maintain routine.* By keeping a regular routine will help keep your balanced.
6 - Relaxation.* Take a walk in a garden. Finish a puzzle. Go play with your dog. Find things that give you momentary relief.
7 - Learn from your own experience.* This is pretty self-explanatory. In other words, change your behavior so that you don’t make the same mistakes.
8 - Focus on what helps you.* Read a book or listen to a podcast on the subject that has created your crisis. Find hope.
9 - Seek professional help.* Pastors and counselors are great resources to help you through the crisis’s in life.
Don’t walk these alone. Let the right people help you. The good news is that you can overcome an emotional crisis and come out stronger than before. Learn to lean on Jesus. He truly is our strength!
Be Encouraged.
Scott Perkins
*The nine steps are taken from the website. Metiv.org.