Submitted by the Fairview Community Association on behalf of the Calgary Counselling Centre
- Focus on what you can control — time you wake up and go to sleep, your diet and exercise, etc.
- Make plans, things you can look forward to in your day — include things that bring you joy such as relaxation, talking to friends and family, etc.
- Create a routine that will give you a sense of predictability and structure — create a schedule of when to do each activity during the day for you and your family, and helps break down work or chores, into small manageable tasks
- Recognize that the worry you are feeling is very normal — acknowledging our feelings will help us through it
- Limit news and social media that would increase your worry — you can still keep informed but limit the amount of time and the number of times you get the news and only from reliable sources
- Spend time outdoors — go for a walk in your street, to your backyard or front porch
- Prioritize healthy habits — exercise, healthy diet, sleep, etc.
- Connect with the people you care about over the phone or online — it’s important not to let our physical distance become social or emotional distance
If you are feeling the weight of what’s going on around you, it’s important to know that help is available, and ready when you are.
