Navigating the storm of the cost-of-living crisis
- Written by: Hilda Campbell — COPE Scotland — CEO
- Published: 3rd October 2022
Hilda Campbell shares some resources COPE Scotland have available to support people during the current crisis.
I do not need to convince many people that financially we are facing some challenging times. However, we only have so much energy and where we invest that energy matters. Focusing on its bad, and its only going to get worse can leave us feeling overwhelmed and doesn’t solve the problems we face or even help reduce their impact.
Looking for solutions or ways to manage challenges so they do not hurt as much is one way, we can help navigate the cost-of-living crisis. This is why we put together the booklet to help. (this link will take you away from our website)
The booklet is not perfect, it does not contain the answer to every financial challenge which we may face, however, it may offer something to help. The booklet also contains some useful numbers and websites. Like any challenges, sometimes self-management can only take us so far and we need to ask for help or support. If you are struggling, please do reach out as you do not need to struggle alone. There are groups who care, it may take time to find them, but they are there.
If you ever feel so overwhelmed by financial worries you think of suicide, please speak to someone. The Samaritans are there 24/7 365 Tel 116 123
It is natural to be concerned when we feel we have more money going out than we have coming in and we worry about how we will meet the bills, feed ourselves, look after loved ones. It also matters we find ways not to let our worry drain us of the very energy we need to overcome this. This exercise may be of interest around how to manage our emotions using fingerholds. (this link will take you away from our website)
We also have a publication on building stamina and endurance on the sea of life and the importance of nurturing hope. (this link will take you away from our website)
Things may have been challenging before the COVID-19 pandemic and it feels as if times have continued to remain challenging, it matters though we do nurture hope that calmer waters will return and until they do, there are things we can do where we suffer less.
Remember, you do matter, people do care, hold on, eventually the storm will pass
Hilda
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