It's okay to walk away if you're unhappy

   Sometimes we can get attached to people and situations that aren’t the best for us and it can feel hard to walk away or leave. Along with feeling attached, we can become addicted to the drama we experience with the person or situation.  Feeling stuck can also cause us to not to walk away even though we know in our heart that we need to go. Worrying about how others opinions can also cause us to stay and to feel stuck. Whatever the reason, it’s good to weigh the cost on our health when we stay in situations that makes us unhappy or unhealthy.
   
​    If you’re feeling like you want to walk away from something or someone but aren’t sure if you should, it can be helpful to ask yourself these questions:
   How long have I been wanting to walk away?
   Am I consistently unhappy or just unhappy in this moment?
   Do I see myself in the same place 5-10 years from now?
   Is it worth staying?
   What am I worried will happen if I stay? And what am I worried will happen if I leave?
    Who in my life can help me when I decided to leave?
  
    Change can be scary but sometimes walking away from someone or thing that makes us unhappy is the best thing we can do for our self-esteem, mental health and even physical health. Remember, when we walk away from the people, things and situations that make us unhappy, we put ourselves in the position to live a happier and healthier life.

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