COVID-19 Anxiety: How to Cope
If you have anxiety about coronavirus, you’re not alone. Many people have been experiencing Covid 19 anxiety, and understandably so. The virus is spreading, events are canceled, schools and businesses are closed, and these are uncertain times that we are living in. There is so much in the news right now about how to protect your physical health against Coronavirus, but not so much advice for how to protect your mental health from Coronavirus anxiety. And many people need that right now. My job as a Life Coach is to share practical strategies on how to reduce anxiety and teach how to activate helpful ways of thinking so that you can stay in a good place mentally and emotionally during this challenging time.
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Stay informed—but don’t obsessively check the news
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Focus on the things you can control
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Stay connected—even when physically isolated
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Take care of your body and spirit
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Help others (it will make you feel better)
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I hope these strategies help you reduce your anxiety about Coronavirus, and resource you to stay strong and resilient.
Wishing you love, health, success and happiness.
Are you in crisis?
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Call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.
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Text with a trained Crisis Counselor. Also available in the UK and Canada.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
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If you’re feeling suicidal, please call 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
National Domestic Violence Hotline external icon
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Isolated at home in an abusive situation and need help? Call 1-800-799-7233.
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Up to date information and public health guidelines from the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention).
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak
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Find country guidance, tips for protecting yourself, and travel advice.
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(World Health Organization).
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Get answers to many common questions about coronavirus, as well as links to other resources.
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(Harvard Health Publishing).
Coronavirus: Why We Touch our Face and How To Stop Doing It
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Help for learning to stop touching your face. (Flexispot)
The Coronavirus Collection: Fact-Checking COVID-19
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Misinformation is spreading as fast as the virus.
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Find out what’s true and false here. (Snopes)