With all the information, uncertainty, fake news, and panic that the Covid-19 pandemic is bringing, it is important to take care of your mind while social distancing. Many are still working from home, adapting to new ways of running their businesses and lives, all while managing a family life. For those especially with kids, pre-existing conditons and elderly relatives, this can be a difficult time.
Mindfulness occurs when the mind is presently aware of what is going on around it. It involves being fully attuned to the present moment.
Benefits include:
- Lowering Stress, anxiety, depression
- Developing and maintaining more positive states of mind
- Great tool for increasing focus
If you already use mindfulness as part of your self care routine, it would be great to continue and deepen your practice at this time. If you are new to mindfulness and not sure what to do to keep your sanity intact this would be a sensible option, as it does not require anything to start and can be done from anywhere. You can also involve your family. Remember kids are also experiencing a change of lifestyle. Below you would find some simple suggestions to get your started.
Generally when attempting any of these suggestions or your choice of activity try to limit any distractions. Start each activity with some deep breaths to ground you.
Simple Suggestions For You:
- Guided Meditation – several of these are available free on YouTube.
- Yoga, Gentle Stretching or At Home Workouts – many options available for free on YouTube or Coaches Social Media Pages
- Keep Focus on One Thing – especially for those with to-do lists, multiple areas of responsibility
- Engage in a Hobby or Simply Watch a Movie
- Draw or Try Adult Colouring – Many free printables available online.
Simple Suggestions For Families
- Take Several Deep Breaths Together – Even if the younger kids do not follow your breathing it is ok, they will feel your grounding energy.
- Yoga, Exercise – YouTube has many free tutorials
- Guided Meditation – Kids are also dealing with many emotions at this time. Try Simple affirmations with younger kids (eg. I am healthy, I am well, This is temporary)
- Try a Family Activity – build a puzzle, play a board game
Remember it takes time, keep trying. If one does not work, try another, it is important to find what works for you or your family.
Keep healthy and safe!
Vimi Seeramsingh
Founder Saphalta Business Services
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