The world is in chaos now. It's really hard to focus on something unrelated to the coronavirus - all the more so when we're all locked up in front of a computer or TV. Here's what you can do to relax and lessen anxiety.
1. Talk to friends and family. Luckily we have FaceTime, messages, emails and phone calls. It is very important to share how we feel and understand that we are not alone.
2. Focus on meditation, relaxation, and peace of mind. Devote ten minutes each day to meditation that you can learn through YouTube videos or apps.
3. Do things that make you happy, like cooking your favorite dish or watching the series you like the most.
4. Find new ways to spend time with others. You can talk to FaceTime with a close friend while launching a new Netflix series while shopping online or playing the same game remotely.
5. Keep yourself busy and take breaks from the news. Organize the wardrobe, start a new project, and finish the book you've been reading for months.
6. Limit the time you spend online. Of course it's important to keep up to date with the news, but the brain needs rest to avoid being overwhelmed and panicked.
7. Give the day a structure. If you work from home, follow the same routine as you normally would. Do not work in bed with pajamas you have not removed for a week. Sit at the table, even wear recipes. Take a break like any other day and eat lunch. Resist the urge to do homework or work overtime.
Adapted from Cosmopolitan
