The team here at I AM L.I.P understand that during your divorce there will be times when you are upset and not thinking straight because stress, tension and anger are knocking at the door.
Even if you open the door to these negative emotions, it is important you do not invite them in for a coffee. To help you send them packing and keep yourself together in a good frame of mind we have devised a quick and easy 5 tips program.
No lectures – No details – No more – No less
Just do the 5 tips.
Why 5?
Because it’s easy to remember.
The 5 easy tips when you want to lash out at your ex-partner
- Drink a cup of green tea.
- Breathe deeply – in and out – 7 times.
- Write what has bothered you and how you feel down – fold the paper – throw it in the bin.
- Watch a comedy show and/or listen to a favourite song
- Think of a good memory between you and your ex-partner and smile
The 5 easy tips to write your witness statement for a court hearing
- Keep a bottle of water on your table and keep yourself hydrated.
- Make sure there are no children around to distract you.
- Make no other plans that day so you have a clear run of time. This way you can take your time and not rush your statement.
- Breathe slowly and deeply as you write your statement.
- Stand up every twenty minutes, walk around, smile, then sit down and continue.
The 5 easy tips to complete a court form
- Read the form all the way through first so you know what to expect and if you will need extra sheets of paper to complete your answers.
- Drink water or green tea as you complete your form.
- Open a window and let some fresh air in.
- Take a deep breath as you start each question.
- Roll your shoulders and stretch your arms every 20 minutes.
The 5 easy tips to stop anxiety during your divorce
- Drink a cup of green tea.
- Go for a stroll and take in some fresh air.
- Watch a comedy show.
- Do some stretching exercises.
- Write down what is causing your anxiety, scrunch it and throw it in the bin.
The 5 easy tips to stop overthinking during your divorce
- Meditate to clear your mind.
- Do yoga to find peace.
- Read novels to divert your mind.
- Watch documentaries to take your mind away from your problems.
- Write it all down in a diary and put it away.
The 5 easy tips to sleeping peacefully during your divorce
- A warm drink before bed.
- A warm soothing bath before bed.
- Massaging yourself regularly with warm scented oils in the evening.
- Listen to calm music before bed.
- Read a novel to divert your mind before bed and tire yourself out so you fall asleep quickly.
The 5 tips on how to get your point across In court
- Talk slowly and calmly.
- Speak in clear and concise sentences.
- Don’t use big words that the other person cannot understand.
- Keep it simple and to the point.
- Explain the reasons why you are saying something.
If you would like to share other tips that have helped you during your divorce or during other tough times please let us know on our forum and social media! Share some of your thoughts with others and start a conversation.
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