Self-Care

The grief, anger, confusion, and sadness stirred up by divorce need a healthy outlet for release and processing. Emotions denied or suppressed will inevitably resurface over time in destructive ways that undermine your peace and well-being.

The emotional rollercoaster of divorce often brings feelings of failure, regret, and diminished self-worth. Judgmental inner voices may criticize your perceived shortcomings. Quieting these with self-compassion is necessary.

Divorce’s logistical, financial, and emotional demands can consume your entire life. Each day may revolve around attorney meetings, court dates, housing changes, and child care. Making space for activities unrelated to divorce that spark joy and fulfillment is essential self-care.

Going through a divorce often means well-meaning friends and family will offer a deluge of advice, opinions, and questions that may feel intrusive. Having to rehash painful details or justify personal choices can quickly deplete you emotionally.

The emotional weight of divorce can sometimes leave you feeling isolated and alone. Yet, surrounding yourself with a robust support system is vital to help lift you up during the difficult moments of darkness, confusion, or grief.

Divorce’s emotional turbulence and uncertainty can stir up constant mental chatter and worrying thoughts. Ruminating on the past or anxiously fixating on the future are common reactions. The practice of mindfulness helps anchor you calmly in the present moment to cultivate greater inner peace during this transition.

The multitude of stressors during divorce can leave you feeling emotionally and physically drained. Carving out time for regular exercise provides a healthy outlet for releasing pent-up tensions, anxieties, and frustration.

It’s easy to neglect proper nutrition when caught up in the whirlwind of divorce. These responses are typical: appetite changes, loss of motivation to grocery shop and meal prep, and increased reliance on takeout or quick snacks to get by.

Your sleep is often one of the first things impacted. The emotional anguish, logistical concerns, and potential financial worries preoccupy your mind – they can all disrupt your ability to unwind at night. Get adequate rest to help you effectively cope with the turbulence of divorce.