Getting a Fresh Start: 4 Tips to Help Rebuild Your Life after Divorce
By Dixie Somers
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]After going through a divorce, it can be hard to remember who you are as a person. Many people get so accustomed to thinking of themselves as half of a couple that they forget how to be on their own. If it’s time for you to get a fresh start, these four tips will help you move on from your divorce and rebuild a life you’re happy with.
Put Your Health First
Divorce is a stressful process, and when you’re stressed out, it’s easy to stop taking care of yourself. Don’t fall into this trap. You’ll be able to bounce back from your divorce faster if you’re physically healthy. A few things you can do to improve your physical resilience post-divorce are:
- Give yourself eight uninterrupted hours to sleep and rest every night.
- Prep healthy meals on the weekends so you won’t be tempted to order takeout.
- Go for a walk every day, or hit the gym for a more intense workout.
- Set aside ten minutes to breathe deeply, meditate, or do something else that helps you stay calm, relaxed, and centered.
Buy a New House
You’re starting a new chapter of your life, so consider getting a change of scenery. Buying a new house or moving to a new apartment can be a good opportunity to leave painful memories behind and create new, positive memories. Contact a local real estate agent to talk about options, funding, and more about the process. If moving isn’t an option for you, then consider redecorating or repainting your current home to give it a fresh look.
Develop New Hobbies
You can be whoever you want to be, so why not try out a few new things and see what strikes your fancy? Getting out of the house and trying some new hobbies is a good way to meet new people and distract yourself from any lingering pain from your divorce. Trying something new is also a great confidence booster if you’ve been feeling stuck in a rut lately.
Build a Healthy Social Circle
Everyone needs social support, especially after going through something difficult like a divorce. As you put your life back together, make sure to spend regular time with the people who care about you and want the best for you—your friends and family. Getting divorced can make you feel lonely, but if you actively cultivate a support network of people you can rely on, you’ll be able to handle the emotional ups and downs more easily.
Going through a divorce isn’t easy. It’s the end of something that was once a dream and the beginning of the unknown. Be kind to yourself, go slowly, and make changes for the better.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][vc_tweetmeme][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][vc_facebook type=”button_count”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][vc_pinterest][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
