I Recently Injured my Knee While Running and the Doctor Said i Need to Take a Break From Sports for Several Weeks. i Feel so Frustrated and Depressed Because Exercise was my Main Stress Reliever. how can i Cope With This Situation?

I hear how much this injury is affecting you, both physically and emotionally. It’s completely understandable to feel frustrated when something you love is suddenly taken away. Please know that this is just a temporary pause, not the end of your active lifestyle. While your knee heals, consider this as an opportunity to explore other forms of self-care – perhaps gentle yoga (with your doctor’s approval), meditation, or creative hobbies. Remember that rest is part of training too. Your body is wise and this recovery time is its way of preparing you for many more years of joyful movement. Be patient with yourself, celebrate small healing milestones, and trust that this challenging period will make you appreciate your body’s strength even more when you return to activity.