2020 has tested our collective resolve – and our mental health. A global pandemic. Fires and hurricanes. A polarized society. Closed schools and daycares. Anxiety and stress are a fixture of life and work this year…along with looming uncertainty about the months ahead. But we don’t have to be paralyzed by it. Dr. Ali Mattu is a clinical psychologist who’s spent a decade treating anxiety and panic disorders in kids and adults. He’s the host of The Psych Show on YouTube, which offers videos about mental health and psychology that are fun to watch and easy to understand. A father and a mental health professional, Ali offers tips and advice on how working parents can get through these crazy days and why the very best thing we can do for our mental health (and that of our families) is to find compassion and forgiveness for ourselves.

Listen to this episode to learn:-Why being a “good parent” during a pandemic starts by taking care of yourself-How to anchor your day with a few simple habits to create stability -The many ways we’re grieving “the before times” of a pre-Covid world, and strategies to process feelings of loss while holding on to what’s most important-Practical techniques to help calm your racing mind, physically relax, and get a good night’s sleep (pro tip: invest in a back roller!)-Why the challenge of this moment presents a rare opportunity to teach ourselves and our children resilience and strength

For more information, visit www.alimattu.com.