Good self-care (sleeping, eating, rest)
Use of a support system (family, friends, etc.)
Set realistic short-term goals
Maintain a normal (or new) schedule or routine
Make to-do lists and prioritize them
Set appropriate limits for yourself
Be aware of your feelings. If you are overwhelmed, reach out to someone
If possible decrease environmental stressors
Reach out to others - do not isolate - ask for help if you need help
Continue spiritual and religious practices as these can serve as a source of comfort
Identify what works best for you in dealing with stress. Focus on what has worked well for you in the past
Keep active. If appropriate, exercise
Breathe deeply (stressed people often do not
inhale or exhale deeply, and keep the body tense). Deep breathing can help the body relax
Avoid overexposure to the disaster coverage by
the media (e.g. limit watching TV coverage of the disaster efforts, radio coverage, etc.)