First, it is ok not to be ok. There is nothing wrong with feeling anxious. Ignoring stress or judging yourself for the feelings you are experiencing will not help you at all. Acknowledging your feelings - even if they are scary - can help you manage the situation in a healthier way. As cliché as it may seem, you are not alone. So many people experience anxiety while reading and listening all the time about Covid-19. If you suffer from a chronic illness or have previously experienced mental health disorders, this pandemic period may be more difficult for you, but not impossible to manage. Below is a list of ideas that you may not have planned.
Take a virtual tour of the museum
Visiting the museum is probably not on your to-do list, but you can experience a fascinating virtual tour from the comfort of your own home. More than 500 museums around the world have partnered with Google Arts & Culture to display their collections online.
Take a virtual walk through the national parks
A trip to places where most people do not go. Doesn’t that sound perfect for a time like this? For example Google Arts & Culture have a documentary about US National Parks , including secluded areas where most people will never see them in their lifetime.
3. Do nothing for 2 minutes
Doing nothing seems like a weird thing these days, but it really works. The Do Nothing for 2 Minutes website was created for just that. The concept is simple: You just need to hear the sound of the sea waves for 2 minutes, without touching the keyboard or mouse. It's harder it seems. The site was created by the creators of the Calm app, so if that doesn't work for you, you can download the app for more relaxing moments.
4. Learn to massage yourself
This is the best opportunity to learn to massage yourself. This way you can be able to fight the tension. You can ask for instructions online. The most suggested areas are the feet, soles, lower back and hands.
5. See wildlife in real time
Most wildlife is going on with their lives. It is soothing to see dolphins swimming or eagles flying. At Explore.org you can see animals in real time in their habitat.
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Source: Healthline
