Regaining happiness after a setback
A University of Toronto study found that nearly one in four adults aged 60+ who reported poor well-being were able to regain optimal wellness within three years
The findings suggest that with the right lifestyle, mindset, and community support, thriving later in life is not only possible, but also common. Excerpted from How 1 in 4 older adults regain happiness after struggling.
Here are some ways to ask yourself to regain balance and happiness after a setback:
What does this loss or setback signify to me? What do I make of it?
What emotion(s) do I experience when I think about it?
How is my life different right now?
Who are the people I can rely on to help me get through this unpleasant situation?
Participation question:
How does your support network look like when experiencing a setback?
Helpful Videos:
The Baltimore Longitudinal Study of Aging (BLSA)
Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging - Overview
Helpful Resources:
How 1 in 4 older adults regain happiness after struggling
Seeking Help
Mental stress can cause us not to be able to see the good things in life and lead to excessive rumination or worries which can result in serious health problems. If you have serious, long-term problems with negative thinking and feeling depressed, see your doctor or talk to a therapist if they are related to any mental challenges.
Are you looking for a therapist? 7 Cups has online, certified therapists with a paid option. For more information on what happens in online therapy at 7 Cups, Read Lisa’s (a therapist and director of therapy) explanation
https://www.7cups.com/forum/therapy/General_2432/WeveLaunchedTalkTherapyon7Cups_319430/
To apply for 7 Cups online therapy, click on this link (must be logged into member account) https://www.7cups.com/online-therapy/?ob=1
@amiablePeace77
My support network is my family .
They keep me grounded and humble and they tell me as it is, no sugar coating anything 😁💜
@Amanda84
It is most helpful to have people who tell you honestly what they think in a constructive way. Glad you have your family as support!
@amiablePeace77
I'm on my own.
@purpleTree4652
We are here for you! We want to support you!
@amiablePeace77
Support network? I don't even have a social or friend network.
@courageouspanda2006
I hope you will come here if you need support. It's hard to go through life without anyone to talk to.
How does your support network look like when experiencing a setback? Pretty empty and silent. I'll admit, some of that is my own fault because I struggle to ask for help. But sometimes someone ask "How are you really doing?" and having them genuinely listen, is really nice
@mytwistedsoul
I hear you! "How are you doing" is often used as part of a casual greeting but some people really want to know how you feel.
@amiablePeace77 Oh gosh, yeah you're right it has become part of casual greetings
@amiablePeace77
i usually participate in support groups out of cups, or my member account within cups!
@daydreammemories
Good that you make use of your member account when needed!
@amiablePeace77
Super interesting thank you for sharing!
@Cynthia1999
You are very welcome!
@amiablePeace77
How does your support network look like when experiencing a setback?
Other than myself and the friends I have on here, 9 times out of 10 I have no support network and am on my own no matter what I’m dealing/struggling/living with. This is how it’s always been despite the fact that I’m always there for people who most of the time aren’t there for me when I need them. But I also realize being negative about things doesn’t help and only makes things worse.
@akunknown
I wish you would have more support in your environment, but it shows great strength that you always get through your challenges and not get caught up in a negative thinking loop. Glad you joined 7cups!