How Do People Cope?

People cope in various ways. Some find support systems, art, music, and routine helpful. Others suggest listening to your body, resting when needed, doing self-care, and maintaining a consistent schedule. Some people use medical equipment or seek support from holistic physicians, Chinese medicine, therapy, and community. Avoiding people and sleeping as much as possible is another coping mechanism. Going to counseling appointments, taking medication, leaning into feelings with music, spending time with loved ones, being mindful, and giving oneself grace and forgiveness are also mentioned. Writing, spending time with pets, having a good support system, and practicing mindfulness are other methods. Using meditation apps, focusing on basics and values, being kind, using dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) distress tolerance skills, and relying on spirituality through meditation, mindfulness, symbolism, ritual practice, etc., are also suggested.