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  Traumatic events often lead to feelings of helplessness, terror, and paranoia. Such feelings can be crippling and make a person feel incapable of facing life again.
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There are several ways you can aid yourself in getting over a traumatic event. Below are 4 such ways.

Avoid Isolation 

Isolating yourself after a traumatic event is like adding fuel to a fire. It is the last thing you want to do, as it can wreak havoc on your mental health. Find friends or support groups who are empathetic enough to understand what you’re going through. Reaching out to someone after a traumatic event can be a powerful way to heal and keep yourself accountable, so retreat from the world.

Find Ways To Regulate Your Nervous System 

Anxiety can feel crippling. When you feel anxious or agitated after a traumatic event, you may feel the world is closing in on you. However, no matter how you feel, it is important to remember that it is never as bad as you think. There are several tools with which you can regulate your nervous system and stay calm. Some of these include mindfulness meditation, staying grounded, and acknowledging your feelings.
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Get On A Routine

Traumatic events can disrupt one’s day-to-day life and cause one to feel disoriented. It is important to get back on a routine to feel more in control of your life. You can do this by creating a daily schedule for yourself. Reward yourself for effort when you complete your routine each day.

Pay Attention To Little Details

Stressful situations in your life can contribute to the effects of a traumatic experience. Focus on fixing small issues in your life so they don’t accumulate and compound the stress you are facing. If you have a major assignment, split it down into smaller chunks, set some priorities, and handle it when you have the time. Once you’ve crossed things off your list, you’ll be able to concentrate on the more important tasks. Featured Image Source: The Guardian
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This article was first published on 30th March 2022

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My name is Samuel Okoruwa. I am an ardent researcher, reading is life and writing is fun.

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