The world is not the same as it once was, especially with the second wave of COVID-19 affecting many of us in more ways than one. If you find yourself feeling morose and are languishing, and are looking for a few easy ways to take care of yourself, we list six very simple tips to do so.
1. Practice journaling
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Many who suffer from anxiety find journaling an excellent way to keep it at bay. Bring out a gratitude journal, and introspect and write about what you’re grateful for. It could be something as simple as having a nourishing meal at home, speaking to your friends and family over Zoom or Whatsapp, and knowing that they are safe.
2. Say “no” more often
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Find yourself taking on more work, agreeing to help a friend, listening to your friend’s 44th breakup with her boyfriend, and find yourself feeling spent? It’s time to put yourself first. We’re used to saying “yes”, especially as women, so it is time to practice and actually say “no”. You’re not a bad person—you’re taking time to recharge and focus on yourself, so that when you do come up for air, you’re ready to help someone with 100% energy and empathy.
3. Take in some fresh air
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While it is near impossible to go for a long walk by the sea or in a park, you can make the most of the circumstances by going to your building terrace (ensure that no one is around or you’re practicing social distancing) or spending some time on your balcony. To make your space more calm, add a few plants to it. Ensure that you get some Vitamin D, preferably early morning, it will help you feel less sluggish. Since we’re stuck indoors, Vitamin D deficiency is on the rise, which makes this an ideal daily activity.
4. Consume content mindfully
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Since we’re stuck indoors, we binge watching a lot more, doom scroll and also spend way more time on social media. While we understand that a binge watch of Friends might make you feel better, and flicking through multiple puppy pics on Instagram can really cheer you up, you also need to filter content that you consume and choose some that serve you. Unfollow any accounts that make you feel inadequate, or show a shiny, pretty side of life. Tune into podcasts and pick up some books that will inspire you to lead a more wholesome lifestyle.
5. Get better sleep
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We seriously underestimate the power of sleep. The pandemic has caused a major disruption in everyone’s sleep patterns, and if yours has been impacted, it is time to course correct. Avoid being on your phone half-an-hour before you sleep, avoid heavy meals, and try and have a soothing bath before you hit the snooze button.
6. Exercise
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Exercise helps release endorphins which are the happy hormones—it could be 20 minutes of yoga or a 15-minute HIIT session that gets your blood flowing. If you’re not too keen on these activities, try an easy dance class or Zumba workout that is fun while you still torch those calories.
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