Tips for dealing with emotions

Here are some tips to help you deal with your emotions:

• Talk to someone. Talking to a close friend or relative can be a good way to deal with your emotions.
• Cry. It's okay to cry. It's a normal reaction.
• Write things down. Keeping a diary or journal can be good if you don't feel comfortable talking to someone about your feelings.
• Spend time doing things you enjoy. This could be playing a sport, listening to music, going for a walk, shopping, reading or watching a movie.

As much as you might wish the separation wasn't happening, your parents' relationship is between them. Focus your energy on doing what you need to do to get through this time.

Give yourself time. Separation can be stressful and it's normal to need time to adjust to the situation.