Coping with CoronaVirus. I have been told numerous times from friends and family that they never thought a virus on the scale of COVID-19 would ever happen in their lifetime. COVID-19 has interrupted pretty much everything. I have been safely social distancing in my house with my dad for three weeks now. Coping with CoronaVirus.
His birthday is April 1st, this Wednesday. My dad also has a twin brother. You want to know how we are celebrating? We are going to order out and eat at tables six feet apart. How is that for disruption. If you are fortunate to have a job and work remotely, by now this is getting really old. What are some ways to cope and focus during this time? Coping with CoronaVirus.
Set a limit or boundary on yourself. Give yourself 15 to 30 minutes each day however many times you need to really think about and process what is going on. This essentially gets it out of your system for a limited amount of time freeing you up to focus on work, family or some semblance of normalcy.
Lastly, reach out. Even introverts need to talk! Whether it is a phone call, Skype, Google Duo or smoke signals, communication is still possible. Spend time with family and friends six feet apart. Get creative!
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