One of the biggest issues with divorce is a single process leaves two
couples single parents. Raising a child all on your own can be a very
huge responsibility, as usually you need to take dual roles almost all
the time. However, that doesn't mean it's something you really can't
do. Hundreds have been successful with it.
If you are a single parent, you may find the tips very helpful:
1. Accept the fact that you're a single parent now. This means that as
much as possible you should never really expect plenty of help from
your ex-spouse. Now don't get this wrong. Plenty of ex-couples end up
being close friends after their divorce, and they are still around to
help you raise your kids. Nevertheless, they can't be around all the
time, especially if they also start raising a new family.
By accepting your new normal, you can become more open to a lot of
possibilities. You don't feel limited, and it's easier for you to let
go of the pain caused by your previous relationship.
2. Spend quality time with your children. A common dilemma among
single parents is they find themselves engaged in career or work for
most of the time. Before they know it, their children are already
grown up and feel a lack of emotional support from their parents.
Though it's going to be extremely difficult, you should learn to find
time to spend with your kids.
For example, you can make weekends especially made for them. You can
travel out of town, take side trips to the park, invite their friends
over for a mini barbecue party, or just cuddle one another while
watching their favorite movies. If you have younger children, you can
search for a child care center located near your office. In fact, you
can find companies that offer child-rearing services.
3. Take care of yourself. Raising your own children can definitely be
very stressful, and it's definitely normal for parents to feel burned
out in the process. But you know you can't. So do take time to also
take care of yourself. Always devote a portion of your time for
yourself only. You can go out with your friends at least once a week.
Take a bubble bath after work. Get a massage. In fact, you can go out
on a friendly date.
4. Consider using affirmations. Subliminal messages or affirmations
can do wonders into your life, especially if you start feeling so
stressed out and non-motivated. Subliminal messages are powerful
enough to somehow start modifying your thought patterns. Single
parents can use the following subliminal messages:
I am well loved.
My new me is something I embrace completely.
I accept my present situation, and I can learn to love it.
I have a lot of love to give away.
I am ready to receive love and care.
Expect to experience a lot of challenges along the way. However, as
you keep the following tips in mind, your new road will somehow become
much easier.
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