Onward Tips: Positive Self-Talk When You Feel Overwhelmed
When navigating divorce, it’s normal to feel completely overwhelmed (we’ve been there, done that ourselves here at Onward). Yet with these short but mighty positive self-talk reminders, you’ll be surprised how quickly you can calm your nervous system. Give it a try and see how it feels.
- It’s okay to take care of small things first.
- I have time to slow down and take a breath.
- I don’t have to have all the answers right now.
- I just need to focus on one step at a time right now.
- I am doing the best I can.
- There’s nothing wrong with asking for help.
- Not everything is in my control, and that’s okay.
- Small steps matter.
- Take a break to recenter, then try again.
Don’t just take it from us. Here is an article about the benefits of positive self-talk.