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Guest Blogger: Get Through These Major Life Changes While Living With Schizophrenia

This article was written by a guest blogger who previously contributed a post on this blog. He continues to deliver empowering information that will not only help an individual with schizophrenia, but benefit others as well. The following reading was written by Adam C.

Thank you, Adam for your support of this blog and sharing helpful information. 

Do follow the links in this article for more information.
 
Also, by Adam C.:
For Addicts, Recovery Means Creating a New Life 
Published on Overcoming Schizophrenia - November 21, 2019



Navigating major life changes can be challenging for anyone, but for individuals who are living with schizophrenia, these changes can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re facing a move to a new city, are looking for a new job, or have recently lost a loved one, getting through the coming weeks and months might seem like an impossible task, but there are several things you can do to make the challenges easier to bear, including asking for help when you need it. 

The key is to take care of yourself and utilize as many resources as possible for maintaining your wellness, including talking to your counselor or a trusted loved one when things become overwhelming. You might also join a peer support group or look for support online. Overcoming Schizophrenia is a great place to start.

Here are a few major life changes you might have to face, as well as some methods you can use to get through them:


Starting a business


Whether you’ve recently experienced job loss or are just looking to make a positive change where your career is concerned, starting a business has lots of benefits, including the ability to work from home, set your own hours, and be your own boss. Becoming an entrepreneur takes quite a bit of work, but you can look for online resources that will make the process easier, such as a formation service that will help you create an LLC. Forming a limited liability company comes with several advantages, including tax benefits and a measure of protection for your personal assets. You can save yourself money on attorney’s fees by going through a formation service to file; do some reading on the steps required to form an LLC Georgia.


Preparing for a new job


Not ready to become an entrepreneur? There are other options when it comes to making a career change, but starting a new job can be stressful, especially if you’re trying to get noticed in a creative field with a lot of competition. Take the stress out of the equation by utilizing tools that will allow you to create an eye-catching resume and cover letter and put together a stellar portfolio. For your portfolio, consider using a PDF merging tool that will give you the power to bring together multiple files into one easy-to-share document. Once you have all the files inside the doc, you can arrange them into any order you like. Using helpful tools will make the process easier and will give you a confidence boost during your job hunt.


Managing a move


Along with changing jobs, making a move is one of the most stressful tasks a person can tackle. Not only is it usually costly, moving can be disruptive to your routines or cause anxiety, which can be difficult to manage as someone who is living with schizophrenia. In order to make the process as stress-free as possible, ask for help from friends or loved ones, utilize moving apps that will help you stay organized, and give yourself plenty of time to prepare for moving day. This might mean taking the packing process slowly or using journaling techniques to vent about any fears or frustrations that come with moving (or to problem-solve in a healthy way). 


Getting married


Right up there with moving and changing jobs, getting married is also high on the stress meter. The planning process alone can be tough, but getting used to the idea of sharing a life with someone can take some time. Living with a chronic health condition such as schizophrenia can be challenging to enter into a living situation with another person. However, open communication and an action plan for your health–along with support from your doctor–will ensure a smooth relationship. 


Living with schizophrenia can be challenging in itself; when you’re also facing a major life change, it’s important to protect your well-being by taking your medication as prescribed, seeking support from your doctor and loved ones, and doing what you can to reduce stress, such as using the right online tools to help with career tasks.


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