We are all going through a difficult time. As a society, we are in a situation we did not expect. There are things we can do to protect our psychological health and increase our resilience in this process.
You may want to follow the news constantly throughout the day, but statements made by people who are not based on scientific facts and are not experts in their field can be confusing and increase your stress level. Therefore, make sure that the sources you get your news from are reliable people and organizations, and it will be enough to check them twice a day at certain times. Do not be exposed to similar news and unreliable sources again and again, follow the short-term agenda and move on with your life. Being exposed to more news than necessary will drag you into a more negative mood.
Realize that there are things you can enjoy, rather than seeing this period when we stay at home as an obligation, and try to see it as a time you spare for yourself. It's time to do the things you've wanted to do at home for a long time but couldn't find the time.
Such as organizing your library, watching the movies you want, spending time with your child, your pet, your nuclear family, and making time for hobbies that you will do just for yourself.
Physical activities are also very important while you stay at home. The exercises you do during the day, gradual muscle relaxation exercises, meditation, breathing exercises and yoga will help you cope with stress and will also be good for your body. It should not be forgotten that mental and physical health is a whole.
Even if you stay physically distant, it will be good for you to talk to your loved ones by phone, video, and maintain your sociality.
Try to continue your daily routines as much as possible. work. It is important to maintain regular nutrition, regular sleep, regular exercise and household chores in your usual routine.
It is necessary to implement and follow the hygiene and health recommendations as recommended by the Ministry of Health. It is important that you take the necessary precautions and continue your life without being overly anxious and hopeless.
Try to notice the emotions you experience during this process and the thoughts that negatively affect you. Don't suppress your emotions Try to understand from. You can write to express your feelings, share how you feel and your concerns with your loved ones. Take the necessary precautions, maintain a sense of hope and continue to think positively.
Alcohol and drug use is not a way of coping, on the contrary, it creates a risk of addiction. Avoid alcohol and substance use.
Do not focus only on negative news, but also see that there is positive news, remind yourself that this process is temporary and that efforts are being made all over the world to overcome this process.
If you feel anxious and have difficulty coping, you can get through the problems you experience in this process in a healthier way with professional support and psychotherapy. It should not be forgotten that high anxiety, stress and psychological factors negatively affect the immune system.
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