What are your best practices for getting through a hard time in your life?

I remind myself of the challenges I've overcome before and have faith that I can continue to do the same going forward. I also know that I don't know God's plans, so like the song "unanswered prayers" I leave what I cannot control in God's hands and have faith that something better will come of it.

I remind myself that everything that is happening will end, nothing is forever and then I just throw another plate on the bar and lift harder! I use my hour at the gym every morning to get that nonsense out of my head and take on each day as new. Tomorrow is not guaranteed and I will not waste today, worrying about a potential tomorrow...

That's a hard ask. I don't think there is a set metric that will work. That's like asking "how to have a good life". There is alot to unpack and context matters.

In general I try to keep in touch with my core group of friends for a sounding board. The ability to speak openly with your friends and your spouse is huge because that is your inner circle. I also think having an anchor is important. Whether it's a hobby or maybe a favorite place to hike. I go to church to clear my head and I also go hiking. I also enjoy archery and rifle ranges as it forces you to force out distractions to help focus on the task. It helps me to flush out the stress and slowly re-engage the source of stress. It allows me to place things in order using perspective.