Mental Health During COVID-19 – Resources

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Tools you can use to regulate your mind body and emotions during the COVID-19 pandemic

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  • Manage information. Limit social media. Choose one or two trusted news sources and only check once daily. Choose print over broadcast and audio over video.
  • Practice compassion. Practice self-kindness, connection and mindfulness. Call, text, email or Facetime – be creative. Do something for others – bake, donate, or perform an act of kindness. Use appropriate touch – a hug, kiss, hold hands, etc. when safe. Address any of your underlying needs.
  • Visualize. Allow input from your logical mind. Remind yourself that the pandemic is temporary. Reinforce your strengths. Practice 5-4-3-2-1 grounding.
  • Reduce boredom. Try something new. Play or exercise – get outdoors when possible. Focus on learning something new.
  • Recognize feelings of loss. Name the losses and their importance. Allow yourself time to process these losses. Access professional support via telehealth, if needed, or support groups via Zoom.
  • Eat healthy and sleep. Eat your fruits and veggies. Stay hydrated. Sleep at least 7 hours per night. Breathe deep, relaxing belly breaths. Try square breathing.

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Tools to Regulate Mind, Body, & Emotions during COVID-19

Infographic titled "Tools to Regulate Mind, Body & Emotions during COVID-19" with icons and hexagons. Tips include managing information, practicing compassion, visualizing, eating healthy, recognizing loss, and reducing boredom. Allergy & Asthma Network logo.