Disappointment. It’s something no one wants to deal yet, yet everyone has to. It’s a nasty little thing that can easily turn to bitter resentment if not taken care of early and in a healthy manner. Of course, everyone deals with disappointment in their own ways, but here are a few ways I’ve found that helps me when struggling with disappointment.
1. Talk to Someone
I don’t care if it’s your mom, your friend, your dog, or your pet rock, talking about what disappointed you is really calming. It allows you to vent in a healthy way, without letting it boil under the surface.
2. Watch Your Favorite Movie
Being able to distract yourself with something helps tremendously. Movies allow you to immerse yourself into a different world with different struggles and will allow you to leave your disappointments behind for a couple hours at least.
3. Cry About It
This might just be me because I cry a lot anyway, but it really does help. It’s your body’s natural emotion-reliever for a reason, take advantage of it.
4. Eat some Ice Cream
No matter what grocery store you shop at, every week at least one ice cream brand is on sale. Need I say more?
5. Don’t Stop Trying
Constantly being bombarded with disappointments can really take its toll on someone. Personally, within the past week, I’ve had two life-changing opportunities fall through on me. It’s been incredibly disappointing, and honestly makes me not want to put myself out there. That’s the worst thing you can do. Just because this door closed, doesn’t mean one won’t open just around the corner.
