SAD, IRRITABLE, OR ANGRY?
TALK ABOUT IT!
Silence and isolation are risky.
ENGAGE IN FUN ACTIVITIES/DO MILD PHYSICAL EXERCISE
It will allow you to
- Relax
- Take your mind off things
- Live in the ‘now’
REACH OUT TO OTHERS
It’s important to be connected
Don’t be alone – build a team and be a team player!
Being with others has a protective effect
ANXIOUS, ALONE, OR STRESSED?
AVOID AVOIDING THE ISSUE
Avoidance behaviour almost always worsens the situation.
- Face things head-on
- Deal with obstacles and challenges
- Make a game plan
Be strategic, work hard to win!
LIVE FULLY IN THE PRESENT
Savour your coffee
Enjoy your walk
Connect with your family and friends
THINK REALISTICALLY
See things for what they are.
Consider all the aspects of your situation:
- Positive, negative and neutral
BENCHED?
BRAVE THE UNKNOWN, IT HELPS!
Try new things: complete your bucket list
UNDERSTAND YOUR HEART DISEASE
Even though the disease has changed your life and your future plans, it can also help you to:
- See life differently
- Reconsider your priorities in life
It’s time to get back in the game!
SAD, IRRITABLE, OR ANGRY?
TALK ABOUT IT!
Silence and isolation are risky.
ENGAGE IN FUN ACTIVITIES/DO MILD PHYSICAL EXERCISE
It will allow you to
- Relax
- Take your mind off things
- Live in the ‘now’
REACH OUT TO OTHERS
It’s important to be connected
Don’t be alone – build a team and be a team player!
Being with others has a protective effect
ANXIOUS, ALONE, OR STRESSED?
AVOID AVOIDING THE ISSUE
Avoidance behaviour almost always worsens the situation.
- Face things head-on
- Deale with obstacles and challenges
- Make a game plan
Be strategic, work hard to win!
LIVE FULLY IN THE PRESENT
Savour your coffee
Enjoy your walk
Connect with your family and friends
THINK REALISTICALLY
See things for what they are.
Consider all the aspects of your situation:
- Positive, negative and neutral
BENCHED?
BRAVE THE UNKNOWN, IT HELPS!
Try new things: complete your bucket list
UNDERSTAND YOUR HEART DISEASE
Even though the disease has changed your life and your future plans, it can also help you to:
- See life differently
- Reconsider your priorities in life