Everyone reacts differently to stressful situations. The changes that can happen because of the COVID-19 pandemic can affect anyone. Coping with stress in healthy ways during the COVID-19 pandemic will make you, your loved ones, and your community stronger.
- Take breaks from watching, reading, or listening to news stories, including those on social media.
- Take breaks to unwind through yoga, music, gardening, or new hobbies. Try to do some other activities you enjoy.
Take care of your body:
- Get vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine.
- Take deep breaths, stretch, or meditate.
- Eat healthy, well-balanced meals.
- Exercise regularly.
- Get plenty of sleep.
- Avoid excessive alcohol, tobacco, and substance use.
- Continue with routine preventive measures (such as vaccinations, cancer screenings, etc.) as recommended by your healthcare provider.
- Connect with others. Talk with people you trust about your concerns and how you are feeling.
- Connect with your community- or faith-based organizations. While physical distancing measures are in place, try connecting online, through social media, or by phone or mail.
Connect with others. Talk with people you trust about your concerns and how you are feeling.
Connect with your community- or faith-based organizations. While physical distancing measures are in place, try connecting online, through social media, or by phone or mail.
