Offering ways to cope in this Suddenly Changed World
Offering ways to cope in this Suddenly Changed World
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Grief: Handling Loss
Grief: Handling Loss
COVID-19 and the Grief Process: Practical advice for caring for yourself during this medical and psychological pandemic
COVID-19 and the Grief Process: Practical advice for caring for yourself during this medical and psychological pandemic
COVID-19 is not only a medical crisis, but a psychological one
COVID-19 is not only a medical crisis, but a psychological one
Click the link for a short video about grief and COVID-19.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fcBTBSrAg-8
After watching the video, ask yourself:
Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Grieving your sense of safety, social connection or financial security?
Have you ever experienced a similar challenging transition? How did you heal and recover through that process?
Are you “naming and claiming” your symptoms of grief? Take care of yourself by journaling to help you understand your emotions.
Power of Routine
Power of Routine
The Power of Routine
The Power of Routine
Sometimes, people who do not maintain daily a routine feel stressed, anxious, and overwhelmed. They may feel as if they are not living up to their full potential. It important to understand that creating and maintaining a routine can provide structure and discipline to help accomplish daily tasks efficiently and improve feelings.
Sometimes, people who do not maintain daily a routine feel stressed, anxious, and overwhelmed. They may feel as if they are not living up to their full potential. It important to understand that creating and maintaining a routine can provide structure and discipline to help accomplish daily tasks efficiently and improve feelings.
Routine = Taking Control of Your Day
Routine = Taking Control of Your Day
- Time - manage it or it will manage you
- What is considered “urgent” can crowd out the “important”
- Having a schedule brings us back to the “important” when the “urgent” happens
- Routine empowers you to choose
Benefits of a Daily Routine
Benefits of a Daily Routine
- Helps with feeling safe and secure
- Relieves stress and anxiety
- Provides a sense of normalcy
- Offers structure and stability
- Increases motivation
What if I'm not the organized type?
What if I'm not the organized type?
If creating and hour by hour schedule makes you feel overwhelmed, consider a big impact with a small donation.
Select a consistent time frame each day that you can make yourself available for an activity.
Picture your day and write out hour by hour. Each person's picture may differ and that's okay.
Important: Schedule Times for Physical Activity and Social Connecting to Counteract Depression
Important: Schedule Times for Physical Activity and Social Connecting to Counteract Depression
Exercise together as a family every day to have a better mood
Exercise together as a family every day to have a better mood
Connect with friends or family each day.
Connect with friends or family each day.
Connectedness
Connectedness
At home with loved ones yet feeling disconnected?
At home with loved ones yet feeling disconnected?
Things that once uplifted you seem out of reach? You may be feeling sad or you may be depressed. There are signs to look for and ways to get better!
Click the link for a 3 minute video to learn more about the Cycle of Inactivity.
After watching the video, ask yourself the following questions:
Do you feel you may be experiencing any symptoms of Depression? If so,
What activities do you enjoy?
Do you commit to these activities on a daily basis?
Do you reward yourself?
Depression - Sadness?
Depression - Sadness?
Some people with depression may try to hide the signs or may not even realize they have depression. Although typical symptoms of depression, such as sadness or hopelessness, can be easy to recognize, some symptoms may be less obvious.
Less optimistic than other
Loss of concentration
Disinterest in hobbies
Physical pains
Irritable, Indecisive
Appetite and weight changes
Changes in sleep habits
Alcohol or drug use
Fatigue
Forced happiness
Importance of Staying Connected
Importance of Staying Connected
Connecting with family and friends is a must for peace of mind and maintaining relationships. Set aside time to do things together while at home. Options are limited only by imagination and what you have on hand to work with. Involve the family in making a list of things you can do together. Include suggestions from everyone as you work and play through the list.
Take care of your body
Take care of your body
You can find the perfect form of exercise right at home. That could include conducting indoor workout classes, stretching and practicing meditation. Do it alone, with your significant other, or as a family!
You can find the perfect form of exercise right at home. That could include conducting indoor workout classes, stretching and practicing meditation. Do it alone, with your significant other, or as a family!
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Being Home
Being Home
Create Structure at Home
Create Structure at Home
Limit time on social media and the news (Information overload increases anxiety).
Structure the day to be as normal as possible.
Create a schedule for the entire family.
Complete school work during the same time as if in the classroom.
Share chores around the home.
Take a fun break when tasks are completed.
Play games, read, journal, draw.
Engage in Stress Reducing Activities
Engage in Stress Reducing Activities
Have your children read a story to you.
Tell your children stories about your experiences as you were growing up.
Take a group bike ride.
Take a walk outside and remember social distancing.
More Activities to Try
More Activities to Try
Bake a cake, cookies, or cook a favorite dish together.
Write notes to friends , family or someone who might be lonely.
Work crossword puzzles; read clues aloud so everyone can join in.
Take pictures; text or email people you have not seen for awhile.
Create new things to do together.
Communicate
Communicate
Talk individually and as a family. Listen. Tell one another what you heard them say.
Discuss fears. Brainstorm ideas to improve the situation.
Create a journal.
Journaling
Journaling
The simple act of putting words on a piece of paper can:
Boost your moods and positive feelings
Reduce feelings of depression and anxiety
Keep random thoughts from disturbing your quiet times
Relieve stress
Help your mind and body relax
Allow yourself to self-reflect
Improve self awareness
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