You aren’t alone in feeling overwhelmed on the cusp of the new year. Looking back on 2023, it’s not uncommon to fixate on lost friendships, loneliness, unexpected failures, and unachieved professional milestones. Experts guide us through reframing our retrospective glances to better understand a wholesome human experience with ups and downs, along with ways for better resolution planning.

>>Dealing with loneliness or broken relationships

Look back at important relationships with acceptance and how they have turned out. Relationships, like people, are dynamic and ever-evolving; they require us to adapt to changes while continuously being aware of our own needs and limitations. Apart from emotions, practical and social considerations shape the course of our relationships.