Are you or loved ones practicing self-isolation? Social distancing is important for helping limit the impact of COVID-19 (the coronavirus) but it can be an emotionally tiring time. If you or someone you know is in need of a pick-me-up, try these self-care ideas to brighten your mood and occupy your mind:
~Write a letter to a friend or family member. Catch them up on the good things your life as well as the bad. Best part? You don’t have to interact with anyone to take your letter to the mailbox or keep ahold of it until business returns to usual. You can also write a thank you letter to a local police station, hospital, trucking company, grocery store, a restaurant, etc. They could use all the kind words you can give!
~Email a local business owner and see what you can do to help. Maybe they are in need of you posting a positive review, buying a gift certificate, ordering food for pick up, or sharing the company website on your social media. Let’s do what we can to help locals.
~Do something you remember bringing you joy when you were younger; blow some bubbles, read a book, play a video game online, call and gossip with your friends/family.
~Take a walk! Going outside is okay as long as you stay 6ft away from others; go visit a state or local park, walk around the neighborhood, or simply try walking in place while looking out an open window. Close enough, right?
~Don’t forget basic self-care such as hydration, gentle stretching, food, and basic grooming. All these activities help lower stress and anxiety because they help instill a sense of normality.
Be safe, and thank you to all those on the front lines dealing with this everyday.
