It can be helpful to turn to healthy habits and relationships especially with the many overwhelming changes around us. There have been many adjustments people have had to overcome in a short amount of time that have increased pressure on families. Some of those pressures include one’s own health, financial situations as well as the additional multiple hats parents are wearing to ensure their children are safe, healthy and keeping up with their extracurricular activities and school assignments. The seclusion for those who live alone and who have felt removed from their normal are also having to reflect on all the changes around them including financial security and coping with the unknown, away from others. There are many strategies that may help support individuals who feel a sense of overwhelm, powerlessness and fear.
Strategies for managing stress and anxiety during this time can be helpful in maintaining your health and well-being. Some strategies include breathing, visualization, expressing yourself through art or dance, journaling and communication. It can be helpful to turn to healthy habits, and relationships especially with the many overwhelming changes around us. Now is a great time to reflect on some of the things we use to enjoy and create new experiences while continuing to acknowledge the many valid concerns we have.
We are all in this together. Empowerment comes from within and from what we can control. “..remind yourself that the only thing you can truly control is you – and your reaction to what the world throws at you” (Patrick M Regan).
