In times of world pandemic, the constant hot topic is the infamous virus. The death rate, numbers, not having enough sources, risk groups, symptoms, fear, insensitive statements of the politicians, conspiracy theories – are you overwhelmed? Many of us are. Whether or not you are relocating inside the Chicago area right now (or you’ve been planning it before this situation came about), this situation can affect you mentally. So, what can we do to manage anxiety and stress during the COVID-19 pandemic? Here are some tips to stay as relaxed as possible.
Define your feelings
If you are experiencing an excessive amount of fear for yourself or your family, cannot sleep well, eat or drink too much – it’s necessary to acknowledge the toxic feeling and behavior. When you stop ignoring it, it will stop growing.
Take breaks from tough tasks
Whether you are organizing relocation or working from home, you need to keep yourself from being overwhelmed. Also, make sure to minimize the time spent on reading the news or on social media in general. Technology can be very exhausting at this point.
Socialize virtually
Getting in contact with your friends or loved ones can be healing, especially in this situation. It’s important to stay connected in times of isolation. Organize a fun video-chat and discuss some everyday topics, trying to stay away from discussing coronavirus, if possible.
Move your body
Yes, we know – most of the gyms are closed, probably. However, this shouldn’t be an excuse to get out of bed (or the couch, or the chair) and move. Follow YouTube exercise tutorials, do yoga or light cardio. Any form of exercise will be beneficial for you since it will improve your hormone status, mood, and quality of sleep.
For official information about COVID-19, refer to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), or FAQs about the pandemic at the World Health Organization (WHO) website. If you need help with relocation, contact a reliable Chicago moving company to give you a proper insight into moving under the circumstances of the pandemic. We are all in this together!
