Managing Stress During COVID

By HealthSetGo in Mind

Being in the middle of a global pandemic is truly a stressful time to be alive in. To add to that, with work and classes happening online from home, sitting in front of a screen all day can get very tiring. In this situation, it becomes all the more important for children and adults both to practice self care to take care of their mental health.

• Take frequent stretch breaks: Sitting still in front of a screen for long hours tires your body out. Moving your body will keep it from getting sore or stiff.
• Make sure you give your eyes a break from the screen: Online classes and work from home has significantly increased everyone’s screentime, so it’s important to give your eyes a break to prevent headaches as well as weakening of eyesight.
• Do not skip meals: Even though routines have changed drastically, it’s important to follow a routine when it comes to your daily meals to avoid excessive unhealthy snacking or long periods on empty stomach.
• Journal your feelings: With so much anxiety going on regarding Covid 19 as well as stresses due to isolation and staying home, it’s important to find healthy coping mechanisms to manage stress. Journaling about your feelings or anxieties can be a good stress reliever.