It’s normal to feel stressed during a time like this. And it’s important to recognize that stress, rather than trying to minimize it. To help lower your stress level, experts suggest the two most important things are getting enough rest and eating sensibly. Here are a few more ideas to help support your mental well-being.
Connect With Other People – Try an online video chat through your computer or smartphone to keep in touch with family and friends virtually.
Exercise Regularly – Take a family walk after dinner or do some stretches at your desk while you’re working from home. Wherever you can fit it in, aerobic exercise releases endorphins, which are the natural substances that help you maintain a positive attitude.
Make Time to Unwind With Relaxing Activities - Days filled with work and taking care of the kids and pets can take a toll both physically and mentally, so it’s extra important to set time aside to unwind with something you enjoy.
Take Breaks From the News - This includes watching, reading or listening to news stories — even on social media.
Understand What You Can and Can’t Control - In moments like these, much is out of our hands, and while that can be unsettling for some, we will get through it. Try to focus on acknowledging what you’re feeling and making the most of what you can control.
These tips, provided by our research partner, AdventHealth, are available to you and others in the Lake Nona community to help make positive impacts on our health.
Another way you can make a difference is by taking the Lake Nona Life Project survey. We can’t do it alone. We need partners like you. Take the survey today.