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Sometimes as
adults, we just need a time out to refocus and gather ourselves before
starting out again. Most of us feel a little crazy from time to
time. Periods of high stress can make us feel like we’re losing it, as can
being surrounded by people whose values are very different from our own.
Losing a significant relationship and moving into a new life situation are
other events that can cause us to feel off kilter. Circumstances like these
recur in our lives, and they naturally affect our mental stability. The
symptoms of our state of mind can range from having no recollection of
putting our car keys where we eventually find them, to wondering if we’re
seeing things clearly when everyone around us seems to be in denial of what’s
going on right in front of their eyes. For most of us, the key to survival at
times like these is to step back, take a deep breath, and regain our
composure. Then we can decide what course of action to take. Sometimes a time-out does the trick. We
take a day off from whatever is making us feel crazy and, like magic, we feel
in our right mind again. Talking to an objective friend can also help. We
begin to see what it is about the situation that destabilizes us, and we can
make changes from there. At other times, if the situation is particularly
sticky, we may need to seek professional help. Meeting with someone who
understands the way the human mind reacts to stress, loss, and difficulty can
make us feel less alone and more supported. A therapist or a spiritual
counselor can give us techniques that help bring us back to a sane state of
mind so that we can affect useful changes. They can also mirror our basic
goodness, helping us to see that we are actually okay. The main purpose of the wake-up call that
feeling crazy provides is to let us know that something in our lives is out
of balance. Confirm for yourself that you are capable of creating a sane and
peaceful reality for yourself. Try to remember that most people have felt, at
one time or another, that they are losing it. You deserve a life that helps
you thrive. Try and take some steps today to help you achieve more balance
and a little less crazy. |
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