Heart Advice

7 Secrets to Letting Go of Sadness

''Lows are a natural part of life. The very fact that they exist means that they serve an adaptive purpose. Recent research points to the benefits of sadness and disappointment in helping us change our perspective on life, learn from experiences and embrace a deeper understanding of our place in the larger universe.

Sometimes, however, these lows can persist past their expiration date. We begin to see ourselves as unworthy and not "enough", other people as better than us, and the world as a hopeless place. We start to isolate ourselves as a result, which simply feeds back into the downward spiral of shame, inadequacy and low self-worth.

In order to distance ourselves from the negativity that surrounds long-lasting sadness and build the inner resources that allow us to grow through life’s challenges, here are a few scientifically-validated strategies that have stood the test of time:...''

by Homaira Kabir