Dr. Carla Marie Manly: “Rushing into new relationships or avoiding relationships altogether”

Be kind to yourself and engage in at least one small act of self-care every day. I find that many people sink into depression after a divorce. This is natural, as a great deal of painful grief can arise during and after a divorce. And, while it is important to acknowledge and process painful feelings such as hurt and anger, it is important to give yourself daily doses of self-care. This can come in the form of time that is set aside for a massage, a cup of tea, journaling, or a walk in the park.

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