Tips to Reduce Stress During a Divorce
30th October, 2024
Divorce stress symptoms, such as anxiety, insomnia and depression, can make it difficult to function normally. These symptoms may appear at any point in the divorce process.
Whilst a qualified divorce solicitor can handle the legal side of things on your behalf, you’ll need to take active steps to protect your mental health at this difficult time in your life.
In this article we’ve provided some tips to help you reduce stress before, during and after divorce, helping you to prioritise your wellbeing.
Seek professional support early on
A divorce solicitor will be your guide through the complexities of the legal proceedings, helping to reduce the stress associated with paperwork and negotiations.
However, emotional support is just as important. Seek support from a therapist or a counsellor as soon as you begin to feel overwhelmed. Talking to someone who specialises in divorce stress symptoms can be incredibly beneficial and help you manage emotional ups and downs.
Create a self-care routine
Divorce can disrupt even the most basic routines, leaving you feeling disoriented and anxious. Establishing a self-care routine can help reintroduce a sense of normalcy and control.
Simple activities like taking a daily walk, practising mindfulness, or indulging in hobbies can counteract divorce stress symptoms.
Maintain open communication with your divorce solicitor
One of the most effective ways to reduce stress is to ensure that your divorce solicitor is someone you trust and feel comfortable communicating with. Clear and consistent communication can minimise misunderstandings and make you feel more in control of the legal process.
Keep your solicitor updated on your concerns and don’t hesitate to ask questions. It’s their role to make the journey as smooth as possible, so take advantage of their expertise.
Set healthy boundaries
Divorce often involves a lot of interaction with your ex-partner, which can be emotionally draining. Establish boundaries early on to limit unnecessary conflicts.
Set guidelines for communication, decide on neutral meeting places and use mediation services if needed. Let your divorce solicitor handle the legal discussions to minimise direct confrontations, reducing the risk of triggering divorce stress symptoms.
Build a support network
Lean on friends and family who offer positivity and encouragement. Social support can significantly reduce feelings of isolation and loneliness, which are common during and after a divorce.
If you’re comfortable, consider joining a divorce support group where you can share experiences and coping strategies. Connecting with others who understand what you’re going through can help diminish the intensity of negative emotions.
Don’t rush the healing process
Divorce recovery is not linear. Some days will feel easier, whilst others may bring up unresolved emotions. Allow yourself time to heal and don’t pressure yourself to “move on” too quickly.
Regularly check in with your therapist and keep your divorce solicitor informed if your emotional state is affecting your ability to make clear decisions.
Reduce divorce stress symptoms with Ward Hadaway
Reducing stress after divorce requires a combination of emotional support, practical steps and self-compassion.
Make use of our divorce solicitors’ expertise, build a strong support system and focus on activities that nurture your body and mind. With time, patience and the right strategies, you’ll be able to move forward and rebuild a life that is healthy, fulfilling and truly yours.
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