Tackling Health Issues Head On

There are lucky people out there who never seem to run into trouble. They always have money, have kept a secure job, and never fall ill. We kind of hate these people, right? Kidding. Because surprise, those who always seem like everything is fine probably have just as many issues as you do. However it is true that some people tackle difficult issues better than others.

Don’t be too hard on yourself (especially after this year) as everyone is prone to stress, levels of depression, economic turbulence, or medical issues. However sticking your head in the sand only makes these things worse. Socioeconomic and life circumstance differences aside, often, the difference between those who overcome and those who don’t comes down to the ability to tackle it head on. Or as Mark Twain wrote, “If it's your job to eat a frog, it's best to do it first thing in the morning. And If it's your job to eat two frogs, it's best to eat the biggest one first.” In other words, start with the hard stuff and address issues before they become an issue.

A Small Problem Can Become a Big One

One of the biggest keys to health is prevention. The next big key is to tackle small things quickly and efficiently. Numerous severe medical issues can start out small and become significant problems if not addressed early on. Skin rashes, memory loss, the loss of a sense, tingling, sexual dysfunction, etc can all be signs of something else. Do yourself a favor and skip Web M.D., get a jump on it, and pop in to see a GP asap. 

Minor medical issues can cause severe problems if left to their own devices. Most STIs, for example, are easily treated with pills but if not, can cause mental issues, infertility, and blindness. Ear infections are also common, but untreated hearing loss will lead to tinnitus, depression, and awkward social situations at the least.

Proper Condition Management is Essential

Big or small, a health issue can be very sudden and has the potential to drastically affect your life. However, the more you learn about a condition or situation, the more you can control it to a degree. With epilepsy as an example, getting the correct medication can be a process of trial and error. Once sorted, however, you can live a relatively normal life. Learning skills like how you feel before an episode, sticking to medication schedules and away from triggers are all massive skills. The same can be applied to almost any condition. And in fact, can also be applied to prevention when considering things like diet, vitamins, blood sugar, etc.  

Live Your Life

You’ve heard it all before; “Don’t get dragged down”. “Keep your chin up”. “Tomorrow will be better.” These are said mainly by those with few problems or who fail to acknowledge issues that are there. While no one suggests that you walk around miserable, staying positive while managing health problems or hardships is actually helpful.

Everyday activities such as proper self-care, going to the movies, journaling, meditating, laughing, enjoying a beautiful park or shopping with close friends or family are excellent ways balancing out difficulties, even if only for a brief time. The benefits will long outlast the time spent on caring for yourself.