We shall prevail!
COVID-19 creates a range of difficult emotions for us all. Fear, sadness, and all other emotions are natural responses to present concerns and the uncertainties ahead of us. How we respond to those emotions as they come up will have an impact on our health- both mental and physical. Taking care of our emotions is an important part of taking care of ourselves. We can evolve with the present and work towards creating emotional immunity.
Uncertainty is one of the most challenging feelings we encounter as human beings. Agency and control often help us to feel safe. Face uncertainty by acknowledging the factors out of your control and the associated emotions. Then remember what is under your control. What would be most helpful to you right now? Does anything need to be done? Try to focus on what you can do. Look to the guidance of others and the support of close ones whenever needed.
Anchor Yourself In The Present Moment
Times like these call us to be in the present moment. Connect to your body, your feelings and your environment around you. Try pressing your feet into the ground or stretching your arms in the air. Notice the colors in the room and the sounds you can hear. Keep noticing what is going on right now and take compassionate action. Maybe it is time to wash dishes or play a game with your loved ones.
Mobilize Support
Research on resilience has shown that those who thrive in situations like the present crisis have figured out how to mobilize support and make use of it. Make note of the people in your life you can call upon. Tell others how you feel. Ask for what you need and accept help. Allow yourself to not feel like a burden. Remember- it’s not what happens to us but what we do with it that makes a difference.
Focus Your Energy Wisely
How much time have you been spending talking about the COVID-19? Or following the news? When we have been hijacked by fear the COVID topic has a habit of creeping into our conversations. Consider when it is important to you to talk about the subject- such as important updates or a particular concern you want to discuss with a close one – and when it could be useful to let the topic rest and focus on the task at hand.
At Healthy Within, we are committed to supporting the emotional health of our community in this time of need. Healthy Within is an integrative brain health center, experienced in helping people re-engage in their wholeness and wellness. We help clients with anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, depression, concussions, OCD, stroke, dementia and more.
Contact us for more information about how we can help you get your mind back to functioning at its calm, confident self.
