Welcome to our podcast. This week we look back on how the pandemic has effected so many people in the past year. We discussed the long term affects, studies that have been done, and ways to continue to reduce some of the negative effects of this.   

 What can we do right now to help reduce the negative effects: 

 Engage in relaxing activities. 

 Exercise and stretching, reading, listening to music, meditation and prayer, journaling, and hobbies can help relieve stress that can be associated with isolation. 

Follow a routine.  Daily routines promote a sense of purpose and normalcy. Maintain healthy habits.  Eating well, getting enough sleep, and engaging in physical activity can promote better mental health. 

Stay connected.  If conditions limit in-person contact, phone calls, email, texting, social media platforms, and videoconferencing can be used to stay in touch. Stay informed.  Keeping in the loop can be particularly important for those isolated due to a dangerous threat, such as a disease outbreak. Learning the facts about their risk can help people avoid feeling panicky. That said, controlling media consumption is also helpful –– too much exposure to negative news can feed anxiety.  

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