In these terrible Corona times I will now pause my posts on general topics and focus on ideas on how we can get through these tough times together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The 1st step <\/strong>in handling a crisis is to practice techniques to calm yourself<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The most important tool for this is to take control of your breathing: Focus on breathing calmly and extend the exhalations. Repeat 10 times.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Add to this a realistic but positive mantra<\/strong> that you repeat to yourself as soon as you feel stress, general anxiety or worry rising.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Until you have found your own, I suggest the serenity prayer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n To consider:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Which 2-3 situations do you find the most stressful with Corona?<\/p>\n\n\n\n What are the ways in which you can impact each of them?<\/p>\n\n\n\n What do you have to accept about each situation that would make your life better, less burdensome at these tough times that eventually will pass?<\/p>\n\n\n\n Courses in personal development, see the links below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Self-esteem: How to develop self-esteem and boost your confidence<\/a><\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Relationships & inner strength: How to create a balanced life & reach your potential<\/a><\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Personal development: Be free with powerful insights from psychology<\/a><\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n HSP: How to manage feelings, thoughts & needs<\/a><\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Stress management: Be free from stress<\/a><\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n