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Spend time with friends and family

For:: Family conflict ,; Opening up to friends & family ,; Loneliness ,; Chronic health issues & disabilities ,; Relationship issues & breakups

Feeling connected to others can help life feel more balanced and, according to studies, even impact how our bodies feel. Spend time with friends and family to help take some of the focus away from work, reduce the impact of stressors—or even physical pain—and develop strong connections you can lean on for support.

Think of the last time you felt a lot of joy

For:: Sadness ,; Relationship issues & breakups ,; Loneliness

Visualization can have a powerful impact on your wellness or psyche. If you're in a funk or not feeling particularly inspired, try taking moment to think back on the last time you felt truly joyful. What sparked it? Is it a person, a place, a situation? Is there something you can do for yourself today that will maybe inspire that same emotion? Investing in your own personal joy is always worth it.

Manage your close relationships and communication

For:: Family conflict ,; Grief & loss ,; Opening up to friends & family ,; Relationship issues & breakups ,; Sadness ,; Worry

When you're going through a challenging situation, it may also stressful for your family and other close relationships. So keep the lines of communication open, and ask for the support you need. At the same time, encourage your loved ones who are helping out to take time for themselves when their help extends over a longer period of time—it can be easy to burn out, and you’ll want to know they get the relief they need. There may be a range of support options available through your employer, a therapist, state or federal government, or community groups that can help lighten the load and extend your support system.

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