Need Some Help?

The sound of someone crying. The way you see them, with tears dripping down their face. The feeling of being sad for them, wanting to help, but not knowing how. Have you ever been sad before? I know you have because everybody has. If you think that it is bad, it isn’t. Well… sometimes it is, but only certain things cause it when it is bad.

Now how about this, have you ever been stressed? Have you ever felt pressured or had anxiety? Have you ever been in a trauma? These things can cause you to express your emotion in an unpleasant way or do things that are not healthy. But, there is a fix to that.

Don’t forget that having reactions to stress is normal, many people get things like lack of energy, feeling stuck, and even short temper. The article said, ”Individuals should learn to recognize the physical response to stress, including insomnia, substance abuse, short temper, feelings of depression, and lack of energy.”

There are ways to cope with these emotions. Most people find it helpful to talk to therapists, doctors, family and friends. There is a kid named Kellum, and I interviewed him. One of the questions I asked was, “what did people do to help you through your emotions?” He said, “It wasn't really people, I never really told too many people, I kind of helped myself and my family, they started talking with me a little bit, like I would get super upset and stuff we would talk. It wasn't just, like, crying because I was so sad or something. It was because I was getting mad, and just talking through a lot of things. That would help me feel better, talking with other people.”

Kellum also told me about his summer and how it happened.

Don’t you think it would be helpful to talk to someone? The article states that, “Most important is to speak to a healthcare provider and address any physical problems, as well as any medications such as antidepressants that may help. Mental health professionals may also help, especially if an individual has suicidal thoughts, is overwhelmed, or is using drugs or alcohol to cope with stress. Many people turn to alcohol, drugs, or smoking to relieve stress, but these habits can be harmful to one’s health, and often make problems worse.”

Some of the last ways to cope with these emotions are mental thinking, relaxation, exercise, and support. These things can help calm you and move it out of your head. In the article, the author states, “Some methods to cope with stress include getting regular daily exercise, finding activities that promote relaxation, setting priorities, and staying in touch with supportive friends and family. Walking for thirty minutes a day can reduce stress and improve mood. Meditation, yoga, or other gentle exercises can also help reduce stress, as can focusing on priorities and goals accomplished rather than dwelling on tasks left undone. Some people find spending time in nature or taking up a relaxing hobby, such as sewing or knitting, reduces stress.”

Most of these things will help with your stress, anxiety and/or depression. It is important to understand and fix these emotions. Just make sure that you are not harming yourself or are harmful to other people or animals. Keeping these feelings inside you is not good for your mental and physical health. If you ever feel this way, you can call your local healthcare provider, doctor, family, and/or contact a therapist to help with your feelings.

Always remember you are not alone and you deserve to be free of unwanted and hurtful feelings. Stay positive and you will always get through to the end.

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