Deal With Widespread Uncertainty
Times can be tough. Nowadays, you may be dealing with family problems, social uprising or economic fears. It can seem as if conflict is everywhere, creating widespread uncertainty in the lives of anyone and everyone.
Steps
- Recognize whether the uncertainty exists solely in your life, or also in the lives of others. Familial problems that you are having will not necessarily affect everyone in your family. These problems could, however, be creating uncertainty in your life. On the other hand, if the problems are of an economic and social nature, not only your family, but also many other people could be affected, creating a feeling of uncertainty that would spread rapidly.
- If the uncertainty exists in society, avoid making yourself a part of the "mob panic." Panic is not a helpful response in any situation, not even in a disaster situation. Try to remain calm, and think of rational ways to improve your lot and the situation as it affects you. After financial or social disasters, it can appear that society is in chaos and that it is a good idea to "fend for yourself." Instead, it is during this time that you should try to be kind to others, who face the same uncertainty. Stand united. Kindness can easily win over chaos in the end.
- If the widespread uncertainty is in your life, you must take appropriate action. The first thing you must do is to identify the cause of your uncertainty. Many times, you may feel generally anxious, but deep down, there is a specific reason for your uncertainty. Are you worried about whether you can keep a certain relationship? Have you just gotten out of a terrible situation and do you not know what to do? Are you (or someone that is close to you) experiencing health problems? Once you understand the cause, the next step to resolving the uncertainty is to calm yourself. It may seem odd, but you need something to counter the feeling of conflict. If you are religious, prayer and meditation are always good options. If not, try to spend time in introspective reflection.
- Remember, your state of mind is important. Realize that you need to do what you can stamp out your sense of uncertainty. If the uncertainty lies with a person, you will need to talk to that person. If it is with your health, acceptance of your situation, as dire as it may seem, is necessary. Do not assume that the conflict or uncertainty will disappear, but you must deal with it. If you are panicked, worried, or fraught with concern, this will begin to affect your decision making process. Do not try to imagine every outcome, as that will just add to your frustration. It is best to try and remain rational.
- Avoid changing who you are. In the wake uncertainty in life and in society, many people turn to violence, anger, bitterness, or self-serving behaviors. Realize that situations may be dire, but the ends do not justify the means. In many a social crisis, the public turns to rioting, looting, and pillaging. Many people that have a crisis in their lives become bitter or angry individuals. While uncertainty can have a negative impact on our emotions, it is at these times that must you rely on your strengths. Be positive, pro-active. Be a part of the solution to your situation, if it is something within your control. If it is a large scale crisis, do what you must to maintain your own sense of peace and control. With your renewed focus, you are able to be of help to others. Who knows, uncertainty may be overcome, one person at a time.
Tips
- Be rational, not emotional or stoic. Being emotional ensures that you will be affected by every change in the situation. Being stoic makes you inhuman and less likely to help others. Being rational is being in balance, and logical. Logic and goodwill are good answers to chaos.
Warnings
- Avoid doing absolutely nothing. Even if the "widespread uncertainty" is in your personal life, you can distract yourself for a time, by helping others. If the "widespread uncertainty" is social in nature, your opportunities to help others increase tenfold! Helping others can bring a sense of normalcy to even an apocalyptic situation.
