Strengthen Your Social Circles
Dear Broken Hearted Girl,
During the holidays, it's easy to feel vulnerable and alone when you are without a significant other. Instead of waiting for your friends to call, why not call them? Or better yet - make new friends!
Expanding your social network is a great way to keep busy AND a great way to do something good for others. Here are some ideas from emotionalhealth.com:
Explore some of the many volunteer opportunities available, from wielding tools to spruce up affordable housing to mentoring a child or business-person. Check with http://www.volunteermatch.org or http://www.seniorcorps.org or call your local chapter of the United Way for opportunities that fit your talents and interests.
Harness the warmer side of technology. E-mail and telephones extend your reach around the world. Libraries and senior centers may offer free online time and may even help you set up a free e-mail account.
Find like-minded people through intriguing classes, organizations, and your community newspaper.
If it’s hard to get to religious services, ask fellow congregants to escort you. If a significant illness keeps you away, find out if your spiritual leader makes home visits.
Social support is a two-way street. Offer assistance to friends, family, and neighbors and accept it when it’s offered to you.
Share a confidence. Doing so can turn a friendly relationship into an even deeper one.
If depression, low self-esteem, or social phobias affect your ability to make connections, seek help. Start by talking with your doctor. Many people have been aided by therapy, medications, or both.
If you normally wait for others to reach out, pick up the phone and propose a date.
Feel better!
-MJ
During the holidays, it's easy to feel vulnerable and alone when you are without a significant other. Instead of waiting for your friends to call, why not call them? Or better yet - make new friends!
Expanding your social network is a great way to keep busy AND a great way to do something good for others. Here are some ideas from emotionalhealth.com:
Explore some of the many volunteer opportunities available, from wielding tools to spruce up affordable housing to mentoring a child or business-person. Check with http://www.volunteermatch.org or http://www.seniorcorps.org or call your local chapter of the United Way for opportunities that fit your talents and interests.
Harness the warmer side of technology. E-mail and telephones extend your reach around the world. Libraries and senior centers may offer free online time and may even help you set up a free e-mail account.
Find like-minded people through intriguing classes, organizations, and your community newspaper.
If it’s hard to get to religious services, ask fellow congregants to escort you. If a significant illness keeps you away, find out if your spiritual leader makes home visits.
Social support is a two-way street. Offer assistance to friends, family, and neighbors and accept it when it’s offered to you.
Share a confidence. Doing so can turn a friendly relationship into an even deeper one.
If depression, low self-esteem, or social phobias affect your ability to make connections, seek help. Start by talking with your doctor. Many people have been aided by therapy, medications, or both.
If you normally wait for others to reach out, pick up the phone and propose a date.
Feel better!
-MJ
posted by MJ @ 8:24 AM
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