Talking about your problems
If you know someone who’s experienced the same kinds of problems you’re going through, it could help to talk to them.
- They could give you some advice on tactics which have worked for them
- They’re also more likely to be understanding and less likely to be judgmental
- They’d be able to help you work out what the key issues are, and how to tackle them.
Talking about a problem with someone can help – just getting it off your chest can make you feel better.
For some of us it isn’t easy to talk about how we feel. We can think it’s going to be embarrassing or other people will think we’re stupid or just plain sad but it’s worth plucking up the courage as a good mate should be a sympathetic listener and a valuable source of support.
If you don’t feel like talking to a friend and would be more comfortable with someone you don’t know, you can try the Samaritans.
