Infectious illness outbreaks, such as the current Coronavirus, can be frightening and can affect your mental health. While it is essential to be up to date, there are also many other things you can do at such times.
Worry and confusion about the new Covid-19 and its spread are taking a toll on billions of people. Stress can be a killer, too, and can disrupt your sleeping or eating patterns, deteriorate current situations or lead to higher use of different substances.
Mental health matters a lot, and the way we witness the coronavirus outbreak events affect us.
How to protect during the Coronavirus outbreak?
The government is telling you how to take care of yourself and stay home. You can only go outside for food or health purposes.
And when you go out, you're told to be careful and stay away as much as you can from people – it is recommended to stay six feet away – and wash your hands as soon as you arrive home.
And now, more than ever, your life depends on these rules. But, you might feel stressed, and you fear that these things will never end, as not being used to such kind of situation.
Stay alive and protect your mental health
Staying home during the coronavirus outbreak is what you must do. And it is enough, and you shouldn't feel bad about it.
You must acknowledge that all your regular social activities are no longer available to you. Staying home and protecting yourself and your family will also protect the rest of the people. It's your duty, and you must be a part of this fight, too.
Realizing such a thing will make you more responsible and cautious. It should also make you content that you can help so many people.
Spending most of the time indoors will help you see a different period in your life. It won't be the worst period at all, because you didn't choose it. But it's a duty which will make you only stronger and more compassionate.
Life indoors
You stay at home, and this is your life now. It means a changed rhythm of life, a way to be more in touch with your family. You surround yourself only with the people you care about most.
As for your outdoor activities, there is plenty of other stuff to try indoor, as well. The idea is that you shouldn't see your life completely changed.
But as one single change in your life. Let's see how a couple of tips and experts' recommendations could help you try something new while staying at home.
Take notes, plan your day
Keeping a diary/journal will never be a dull hobby. A journal can be full of personal experiences, funny memories, and tough periods.
You can fill lots of pages and never get boring again. Also, if you choose to draw, it will add that extra fun your life needs right now. Oh, and if you want to share your diary with your family, it can be a beautiful experience.
You'll learn what your close ones feel and desire most, but you'll learn, too, to fight together. Be honest with yourself, and you'll be able to understand others, as well.
You are currently adjusting to a new, slightly odd way of life. Such a thing can influence your lifestyle and mental health.
As comfortable as it might be to stay in pajamas all day, a routine is essential for keeping you on track boosting up your self-confidence.
Start your day at approximately the same time you usually would. Then, try to set aside time every day for reflection, connection, movement, and relaxation.
Find the most suitable relaxation technique
Reflecting and relaxing on the present can help you more than you can imagine. You'll get rid of negative thoughts quicker.
There are various breathing or daily meditation exercises to try. For example, if you stress a lot about the coronavirus outbreak, you won't even remember what calm feels being.
Mindful breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, or Yoga Nidra will teach you to recognize when you are beginning to stress and how to relax. You can find all the relaxation techniques from you can choose.
Movement is necessary
Don't forget to add some physical movement to your routine. Staying active will bring lots of benefits. It can help you sleep better and enhance the energy levels.
Even if you stay at home, there are many ways to exercise. If you have stairs, try to go up and down as many times as you can, and increase the exercise weekly.
Cleaning will become more intriguing if you choose to do it as a little competition. That way, you encourage your family to keep up with you, too.
Try dancing or smooth fitness moves. Finding your rhythm will feel so good. If you have a stationary bicycle, you can use it daily.
Connect with other people
Social media, video calls, and instant messaging keep you up to date with your friends' latest actions or your favorite celebrities. You can share a cup of coffee live, discussing the newest movie, playing games, asking for advice, or following the best trends so far.
But, as engaging and fun as it can be, spending too many hours online won't do well to your health. Remember to take a break.
Favorite movies marathon, karaoke sessions, and one-of-a-kind music playlists
Remember when you've wanted so much to make that movie list and then watch all movies? Well, time is now to enjoy such a thing, and the options are unlimited.
Also, don't forget to organize special movie events, for extra fun. You can even start your awards shows. Feel free to explore all genres and start writing some reviews.
Music is better when it makes you feel things. It can be even greater if you sing-a-long some of your favorite songs.
Don't forget to check social media platforms. Music celebrities engage in live videos and encourage fans to watch their performance or sing together.
As for music playlists, you can make one for every day of the week, with some new songs on weekends. iTunes, for example, releases hits daily, playlists, and popular radio shows.
Conclusion
Staying home should be about you, your loved ones, and the rest of the people who are in this coronavirus fight. Fight to stay alive, protect yourself and your family, and, most of all, understand that you're not alone.
You need to make time to relax and connect with people. Also, take care of your body, get enough sleep, eat healthily, exercise, and have fun. We can do this only if we stay at home.
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