In September, the S&P 500 fell about 8.6%. It's been an even worse year for the broader benchmark index, which is down close to 25% and is now firmly in a bear market this year.

It's certainly reasonable for investors to feel frustrated right now in what have been very difficult market conditions. But history tells us that every bear market will eventually be followed a bull market that will reach new heights, so do the best you can to stay patient and keep the faith.

Here are three things that could get the stock market back on track in October.

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Source Fool.com