A coping mechanism is often the best solution we come up with, in order to survive something that would be otherwise completely overwhelming, mentally, emotionally, or physically.

In the dearth of true healing, coping mechanisms can be the "crutch" that gets you to the metaphorical hospital.

And, based on other things that are occurring in your life, choosing or using a coping mechanism to "get by" may be EXACTLY what is needed, until a better opportunity presents itself to go into deeper healing.

It's what we use before we're ready to move BEYOND THE WOUND.

Learn what some of the classic coping mechanisms we use are.