When something is broken be sure not to leave it to rot as there are always ways to mend what is damaged. Only throw something away after you have been told by a professional that it is beyond repair, until then do not give up as there may be chance for you to fix the problem.
Knowing where to go
The first step is to know where to go. For example, if you want to fix a boat visit a marine repairs shop or if you need a pair of shoes fixed a cobbler is the person to go to. However do not walk into the first repair shop you can find. Especially if you do not know much about the object that needs mending there is a chance you can get ripped off as the sales person might convince you the object needs more repairing than it does. Therefore it would be wise to take somebody with you who knowns a great deal of information about the object being fixed, this way it would be harder for you to be cheated.
Not only for objects
Items and gadgets are not the only objects that need mending. Human beings can be very fragile too. For example, if you are someone who engages frequently in contact sports like basketball you may be more prone to injuries than if you were to play a sport such as golf. Broken bones and torn ligaments can be mended however, constant care afterwards is needed. Frequent checkups and physiotherapy will be essential to ensure that the injury does not happen again.
After recovering from an injury try not to push yourself too much. It may take some time for you to get back to the level you used to be at and although this would be a frustrating task it is important that you know your limits because pushing yourself when you are not ready may cause you to get a relapse.
Physical injuries are not the only wounds human beings undergo; emotional pain is another cause of agony that could lead to the individual feeling broken. If this kind of pain is ignored it could lead to severe consequences such as suicide. Therefore if you feel emotionally wounded make sure you get help.
Self help
If you are someone who does not believe in the effects of therapy there are other ways to help yourself. Reading self-help books can offer you a great insight into the stories of people who have suffered, providing you with tips and techniques on how to overcome the hardships you may be facing in life.