5 Ways to Get Through Disappointment

3) Don’t Let it Define You –

Many times, we assign negative labels to ourselves.

Not married at the moment? “I’m still single.” Merely using the word “still” is pushing away your hope. Harping on one’s marital status does nothing but sum up their entire identity, accomplishments and purpose in life based on whether or not they’ve tied the knot. Isn’t there more to you than being wedded?

If your identity is causing you grief, it’s time to strip yourself of it.