So, what do you do? What do you do when you've finally hit the wall and just can't take it any more?
In my case, it's a stroll out to the barn to work on the old cars and motorcycles. There's something truly awesome about building a motor from scratch and bringing it to life. And, if it goes really fast? Bonus!
According to a survey by the nonprofit Mental Health America, you've got plenty to bring you to the boiling point, including money, career, child care, health, family, and relationships. Here's how you usually deal:
- 82% watch TV, listen to music, or read
- 71% call a friend or family member
- 62% pray or meditate
- 55% exercise
- 37% eat
- 26% smoke, drink, or use drugs
- 12% rely on prescription meds
No matter what your escape, do it! No one can really say if times are tougher now than they used to be. My parents and grandparents have too many stories about having to share clothes with brothers and sisters... And, the occasional walk to school in the snow... Up hill... Both ways (Thank you Bill Cosby).
Either way, put your head down and keep movin'... We can do this!
