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Are you struggling with difficult feelings? Here are some ideas to get a hold of some of those feelings to become a happier person:<\/p>\n

Feeling overwhelmed?<\/strong>
\nTell yourself you are strong enough to tackle everything that needs to be done and that this too, shall pass.<\/p>\n

Feeling anxious?<\/strong>
\nTake a few deep breaths to calm yourself down. Breathe in through your nose for 4 seconds, hold for 7 seconds, and release your breath\u00a0slowly through your mouth for the count of 8 seconds<\/p>\n

Feeling upset and angry?<\/strong>
\nCool off by slowly counting to 10. Remove yourself from the situation and return later when you feel calmer<\/p>\n

Feeling low and depressed?\u00a0<\/strong>
\nSpeak to a friend who can listen without giving advice or judging you. Allow yourself time off to do things that you enjoy, to pick you up.<\/p>\n

Can\u2019t sleep at night because you worry?<\/strong>
\nTake a piece of paper and make a list or drawing of all your worries. Try to add a plan of action to the things that\u2019s in your control.<\/p>\n

If you need help with difficult feelings, reach out to speak to a professional counsellor at LifeAssist at no cost to you or your family.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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