How to Deal with Change During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Virus and Preparation

Talkspace has outlined many different things that people can do during the Coronavirus pandemic. With the help of their network of licensed therapists and psychologists they have come up with a list of tips.

If you are stuck indoors, exercise and breath so your body does not feel trapped.

Stop watching the news all the time. Tune out of social media completely if you can.

Educate yourself. While you are tuning out of non factual streams, make sure you seek out certified sources and read what is really happening in the world to get a clearer picture to worry less about what might just be myths.

Under quarantine you have time to relax. Now is the time to indulge in activities you enjoy.

Practicing social distancing does not mean you cannot talk to other people. By connecting you will feel like everyone is going through the same change and it will begin to feel okay.

If you are working from home, stick to your regular routine. Remind your family to respect the time that you dedicate to your work. Tell them to continue with their regular schedules.

If you pride yourself in being the person who never delays commitments, remind yourself that you are doing a lot of people favors including yourself by cancelling events and meetings. Now is the time to remind yourself that nothing is more important than one’s health and life.

Treat this like a learning experience for your children for when the world suffers a pandemic, so that they are better prepared to emotionally deal with unpredictable things growing up. The best way you can teach this is by example. Reassurance and a calm composure is the way to go, while also teaching the value of seeking out accurate information. Read more: https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/talkspace