Let’s talk about the Coronavirus.
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In a time of video conferencing, social distancing, and quarantines, you may not know how to express what you’re feeling. Here’s why it’s important to acknowledge the grief you may be feeling, how to manage it, and how you can find meaning in it.
Mindfulness
Mindfullness builds resilience. We are all faced with extra time on our hands and faced with uncertainty. Why not use that time to develop some skills that help us pay attention to our thoughts feelings and surroundings as they occur. This is mindfullness in its simplest form. Here are three principles to keep in mind:
Deliberate Preparedness
We need to be careful, not panic. Be careful with your hygiene, health, and avoid non-essential contact.
Togetherness
One lesson that is central to mindfullness is compassion. Taking care of yourself is taking care of another. We are not alone.
Be Kind To Yourself
Taking care of your mental health right now is essential. What can you do?
- Limit your exposure
- Practice careful hygiene
- Be prepared with food, water, and medicine
- Boost your immunity and manage your anxiety with meditation. Visit www.mindful.org for free mindfulness resources and guided meditations
What can you control during
COVID-19?
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