5. Be Sure to Do What You Enjoy
Sometimes the anxiety of the unknown makes it easy to forget the things you love to do. Make a list and plan to participate in as many as possible. Granted, you may need to make adjustments based upon current guidelines. For example, if you enjoy basketball with friends, you won’t be able to participate in this activity. However, perhaps you can join those same friends for a walk in the park (remember to practice social distancing!). Remember that there are often creative ways to still participate in the things you love. Here’s another example: If you enjoy meeting with your book club, organize a meeting through Zoom or another conferencing program.
6. Practice Meditation
Studies have shown that meditation relaxes both your body and mind. All you need is a quiet location, a comfortable position, and an open mind. How does meditation help? Studies show that meditation:
Can help relieve stress Gives you tools to manage stress Reduces negative emotions or attitudes Nourishes creativity Helps you be more patient Allows you to focus on the present clearly
Long-term research is still ongoing to see if meditation is an excellent complement to traditional treatment. Talk to your doctor about whether or not this would be a good activity for you. The Mayo Clinic provides this handy guide to meditation. Of course, what better way to stay in touch with people than through Facebook or Instagram? There are several great benefits of social media, but it also has some drawbacks. Many well-meaning friends may spread information that is false or misleading. Just because you saw it on social media doesn’t mean it’s true. The last thing you need is stress caused by questionable information. If you’re looking for a good source of reliable information, try the Centers for Disease Control or the South Carolina Department of Health 7. Use Social Media Carefully
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