Recent events have posed challenges to stay connected to our support system and deal with our stressors in healthy ways. Most of our usual escapes, such as work, school and hobbies, have been interrupted, and in that void frustration and anxiety can flourish. It is important for our wellbeing that we combat patterns of unhealthy habits to avoid issues with substance abuse, depression and anxiety. Loneliness, isolation and anxiety are prevalent right now, but we can take healthy action to stay connected and practice ways to relax.
As we practice social distancing, face to face interaction through video calls is a good way to combat feelings of loneliness. FaceTime, Zoom and even just phone calls can help us stay connected. If you feel hesitant to reach out, remember that your call gives someone else the opportunity to connect as well. For those in recovery, a sponsor and peers in recovery need your interaction to work the program.
During this time of increased stress, interventions that help us relax are very useful. When we connect to the present moment, we can better handle challenges in our life, as well as, find happiness that we may have otherwise overlooked. How much time and energy do you spend focused on the past and the future at the expense of the moment? We can easily become over burdened with the weight of the past and future and this can cause us to become stuck. Meditation and mindfulness techniques are useful in combatting worry and fear of the unknown.
Find a place to sit away from distractions like cell phones, tv and other people and begin with deep, slow breathing.
The next step is to be intentional with your senses.
If you are interested in setting up a session with one of our therapists, in person or via telehealth, call 601-362-7020.
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