Divorce is ranked the number two reason for stress and is only behind the death of a spouse. When acute stress occurs, emotional and physical health issues become greater. Recent studies show that people who become divorced or widowed are 20% more likely to have chronic health conditions such as heart disease.
In addition, it has been found that a person’s level of happiness declines during the divorce process. (Sorry but DUH might be the appropriate word to use here.) With these facts, it’s obvious that depression can follow.
It’s not easy to return to the world of the content after divorce especially if financial issues and parental alienation are part of the divorce scenario.
What can a woman do? Just like with all things, it’s important to work at becoming happier. There are a few things that can be done. These actions in and of themselves won’t cure depression but they can certainly help.
Steps to help boost your happiness barometer:
- Try to change your routine.
- Find a diversion that will keep your mind occupied. A good book, crafts, exercise or even watching a captivating TV show can help.
- Clean and or organize the contents of your home.
- Do not focus on how you believe you have been wronged. The more that you make anger and revenge part of your waking hours, the less likely it is that you will be able to become happy with your life after divorce.
- Don’t beat yourself up for getting down at times. That’s perfectly normal and to be expected.
- Don’t fall into the divorcee drama. Don’t make your divorce the definition of yourself or your future. Keep your divorce wisdom to yourself during social events.
You will get past the headaches and heartaches of divorce but you might need to work a little overtime if you want to move on more quickly.
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