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Social distancing has proven to be a great mechanism for further containing and mitigating coronavirus pandemic. There is no shame in asking for a social distance or taking precautionary measures. Here are a few ways of communicating and establishing boundaries of self-care with yourself and others that can help your anxiety.
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WHO recently declared coronavirus as Pandemic. Countries locked down flights are getting cancelled. All this is natural to make us anxious and worried. Social distancing has proven to be a great mechanism for further containing and mitigating coronavirus pandemic. Read here tips to practice social distancing best ways.
Communicating your self-care boundary • “I understand your worry, I would like to support you but can we please not do it right now? It seems to be distressing me • I am not comfortable with shaking hands or hugging right now. I appreciate your understanding. • I would not be able to spend time with you now if you do not take precautions or refrain from travel
Self-care for anxiety • Setting limits on time, source of news intake. You can schedule a time of the day when you would be reading a trusted news source like WHO • Not keeping your phone next to you or scrolling at night • Take breaks during the day to practise mindfulness and check-in with yourself • Eating regular meals even if anxiety makes it hard to feel hunger cues.
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