How to Cope with Uncertainty During a Pandemic?

<p>After living with rheumatoid arthritis, a disease characterized by at times unpredictable flare-ups and remissions) for nineteen years, host Cheryl Crow is no stranger to uncertainty.</p><p>However, the pandemic has brought a whole new level of uncertainty to the lives of those who are vulnerable, including Cheryl.</p><p>In this discussion, mental health occupational therapist Carlyn Neek and Cheryl focus discuss ways that Acceptance and Commitment Therapy tools can help people cope with uncertainty and continue moving towards a full and meaningful life despite so many things being out of their control.</p><p>Cheryl & Carlyn also delve into specific ways that being immunocompromised and vulnerable to other’s actions has emotionally affected people, and ways to cope with difficult emotions like anger, jealousy and anxiety.\</p><h2>Medical disclaimer:</h2><p>All content found on <a href="https://arthritis.theenthusiasticlife.com/" target="_blank">Arthritis Life</a> public channels was created for generalized informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.</p><h2>Episode Sponsors</h2><p><a href="https://arthritis.theenthusiasticlife.com/beginners-guide-to-life-with-rheumatoid-arthritis/" target="_blank">Rheumatoid Arthritis Roadma</a>p, a self-paced online course Cheryl created that teaches you how to confidently manage your physical, social and emotional life with rheumatoid arthritis. </p><p><a href="https://arthritis.theenthusiasticlife.com/rheum-to-thrive/" target="_blank">Rheum to THRIVE</a>, a community support & education program Cheryl created to help people with rheumatic disease go from overwhelmed, confused and alone to confident, supported and connected. The next group starts in Spring 2022!</p><h2>For full episode notes plus a transcription:</h2><p>Full episode notes including links to things discussed in this episode and a full transcription can be found on the <a href="https://arthritis.theenthusiasticlife.com/202