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This week I am going to discuss the topic when life comes at you hard. There is a very successful influencer married couple that blew up the internet last week, when it was discovered that one of the marriage partners (allegedly) had an affair. Everyone and anyone who had an opinion went live to speculate, instigate and voice their opinion. It made me think about how great being in the public can be when things are going well. People are able to see the progress and cheer you on. When things take a turn, those same people can quickly turn on you.
Social Media
Relationships are very personal and with the internet and social media a lot is played out for the world to see. We often can forget that these are real people with real lives. No one is perfect. It is hard enough to face a challenge in private. When it is public, it is even harder. I would imagine it becomes an even greater challenge. Having said that, the higher you climb and the more you become someone that others look up to, you have to understand that you have an impact on those who hold you in high esteem. You can cause others to stumble. They may even believe that there is no hope for them if you couldn’t do it.
Oversharing
I would like to add my personal opinion, some things are not meant to share with everybody or to make a joke of. Meaning if you don’t set boundaries for what you will air on social media or what you will not participate in just for likes and shares. The door then becomes open to some very public and embarrassing moments.
Coping
When life comes at you hard and you are finding it hard to cope, the best thing that you can do for yourself, and your family is to take some time for yourself and heal from the trauma. Try not to listen to the voices and advice of those who may mean well but are not in your situation. Also, it is important not to make quick decisions that you may regret later. When you are emotional you may not be thinking clearly.
Please note that these are suggestions. I am not a professional counselor and so with anything if you feel that you need to seek assistance by all means find a qualified professional that is able to provide what is needed during this time.
Next Steps
It is important to know that when life comes at you hard, you can and will get to the other side of the problem. If you can surround yourself with positive people. Stay in prayer and rely on the word of God as your source of strength. Use the time to contemplate your next step. You may not be able to change the situation but you can control how you choose to navigate the situation. Navigating Transitions with Ease
When life comes at you hard and it will, remember that you can get through this with the help of family and friends. If you are alone, seek assistance. Take all the time that is needed to process and navigate your way through.
Sometimes the things we have been through places us in the best position to help someone else down the road, who is facing a similar situation. If you are going through a situation now, it is my hope that you will emerge from the situation stronger, wiser and more resilient than ever, ready to continue …
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