7 Ways That I Manage Pandemic Anxiety

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Have you been having surges of anxiety for the past few weeks?</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Are you having difficulty falling asleep or waking in the middle of the night?</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Or just feeling this low level buzz of stress?. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Is your brain swirling with all kinds of thoughts of “what ifs” that you can’t answer?</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">That is what fuels anxiety. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">It’s totally normal. Our brains are programmed to protect us, and right now, we’re literally living a SciFi movie. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Our stress response is kicked into high gear. We’re all facing a lot of uncertainty. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The problem is that when we’re in a steady stream of stress, it takes a big toll on us, both physically and mentally. Feeling some stress right now is inevitable, but it is so important to take steps to mitigate its effects. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">That’s because chronic stress compromises your body’s immune system, which is the last thing you want to happen right now. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Listen to this week’s podcast to learn 7 things that I do to control pandemic anxiety and stress. Some of these may help you, too! </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Don’t forget to take care of yourself and the people you love. Stay connected. Call a friend on FaceTime. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">And remember, It is during difficult times like these that we grow the most.</span></p>