fear of the unknown after divorce

8 Tips For Managing The Fear Of The Unknown After Divorce

fear of the unknown after divorce

 

All most everybody worries about what will happen in the future after they get divorced. The prospect of not knowing if something good or bad will happen in the near future can produce a lot of fear and anxiety.

As a result, here is a list of techniques and suggestions for managing the fear of the unknown after divorce.

1. No one can predict the future with one hundred percent certainty.

It is impossible to predict what may or may not happen in the future because there are kinds of circumstances and factors that you can’t predict which can be used to your advantage. For instance, let’s say at your place of work that you miss the deadline for a project you have been working on for the last few months. Everything you feared is coming true.

Suddenly, your boss comes to your office and tells you that the deadline is extended and that he forgot to tell you the day before. This unknown factor changes everything. Remember that we may be ninety-nine percent correct in predicting the future, but all it takes is for that one percent to make a world of difference.

2. A lot of times, our worrying can make the problem even worse.

All the worrying in the world will not change anything. All you can do is to do your best each day, hope for the best, and when something does happen, take it in stride.  If you have trouble moving forward after a divorce, then talking to a someone can be of great help. There are ways to help manage your fear of the future and all it takes is some effort to find those answers.

3. Focus on one day at a time.

Instead of worrying about how you will get through the rest of the week or coming month, try to focus on today. Each day can provide us with different opportunities to learn new things and that includes learning how to deal with your problems. When the time comes, hopefully, you will have learned the skills to deal with your situation.

4. Create goals in your life.

Set achievable goals on a regular basis and then take small steps to accomplish them. Make sure your goals are measurable and monitor your progress. Don’t get upset if you don’t accomplish all of your goals. You can always change your goals so that you can be more successful as you move forward after your divorce.

5. Talk to others regularly.

It is important that you talk to others in order to get a better perspective of your life. Listening to other people’s challenges and accomplishments can go a long way in feeling better about yourself. You can also learn how to overcome the obstacles in your life after your divorce.

6. Remember your successes.

Some people downplay their successes and focus on those things they struggle with. Always remind yourself of your past accomplishments no matter how small they may be.  Stop focusing on what may happen down the road and remember your past achievements. This will give you the confidence to move forward.

7. Don’t dwell on your negative thoughts and feelings.

A person must not dwell or focus on their fearful thoughts and emotions when getting their life back on track after a divorce. The more a person tries to reason out their thoughts the worse you will feel. Instead of thinking negatively, read some positive statements from your favorite self-help book or focus on doing something you like to do. If you still have trouble then talking to a counselor could help.

8. Finally, always be persistent as you move forward.

Do not give up in achieving what you want out of your life. Learn from your mistakes and try to improve your situation. Do not make excuses on why you should quit or give up. Sometimes it takes a lot of effort to be successful. The key is to keep at it until you get what you want. Eventually, you will find the happiness you are looking for if you remain persistent and dedicated in overcoming anything that is in your way.

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