an educational program to diminish the effects of divorce on children and adults

Tips to Start a New Life

Starting a new life is a big change. The tips below will help you make a smooth transition.

• Make changes slowly. Allow time to adjust.
• Take an inventory of your strengths. Don't believe that the failure of your marriage makes you a failure.
• Live in the present. Strive to be positive.

• Let positive people into your life. Share your feelings with them in order to gain the support you need.
• Develop old and new interests.
• Take charge of your life—make your own decisions. Don't get caught up in the blame game.
• Prolonged stress can reduce the immune system's effectiveness and lead to a variety of symptoms. Minimize prolonged stress through self-care:
• Good nutrition, plenty of rest, and moderate exercise.
• Relaxing activities
• Contact with supportive people.

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