5 Ways To Manage Anxiety In The Times Of Coronavirus

We're in the midst of a global pandemic; something that we never expected, foresaw, or were even mildly prepared to battle. The perceived threat of catching the virus is creating a fearful environment among the masses and for those with underlying mental health conditions like anxiety disorder the fear may seem realer than it actually is, often leading to an panic, obsession and paranoia. The 24-hour news cycle on TV, government PSA on every call, and Whatsapp forwards does not help the situation either. So in order to ease your troubles we've compiled a list of ways to manage anxiety in the times of coronavirus.

1. Exercise/Meditate

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Exercise and meditation is not just a good way to keep your body healthy but also an effective way to put off your mind from the constant whirlwind of information surrounding Coronavirus. Meditation is a great way to relax, contain your thoughts and avoid triggers that could lead to a breakdown.

2. Do Not Be Glued To The News

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Information is all well and good but getting caught up on it will not lead you anywhere. Not everything you read on the internet is true so make sure your sources are reliable (for eg. WHO and Press Trust of India) and space out the time that you take to browse them, be it once a day or once a week.

3. Talk To A Friend

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People with mental health issues often find it difficult to share their distress. Yet it is times like these when you will need your friends and family the most. So remind yourself that there are people who will listen to you and its okay to share. If you still find it difficult to talk to friends and family do not be afraid to talk to a professional via a virtual appointment or through a helpline.

4. Learn To Say 'No'

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When the headlines get big everyone starts having an opinion. It is good to choose your battles and pick what conversations you want to dive in and what not to. So if a friend comes hauling his conspiracy theory or latest news update, do not hesitate to say no and opt out of conversations.

5. Live Life One Day At A Time

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Once again, we do not know how long is this environment going to stay. Most experts are still predicting the extend of the epidemic and thus make sure you are prepared to fight a long battle against both Coronavirus and the fear surrounding it. Live life one day at a time and keep it as normal as usual business days.  

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