We have made it to the month of October, 2020. It really is something and I congratulate you. We have a lot to face in the coming weeks and months. If you follow politics, and even if you do not, you are impacted by the election coming up on November 3, 2020. It has been a challenging year for sure, so anxiety might be impacting your ability to manage. For short breathing exercises and a discussion about news, check this out.
We are facing the 8th month of COVID and as the numbers are in the news every minute of the day. It is important to keep safety measures in mind as we get more and more overwhelmed by understanding what it means to live during a pandemic. Physical and mental health in October 2020 is important. Are there ways you can show yourself some compassion? Kristin Neff says: With self-compassion, we give ourselves the same kindness and care we’d give to a good friend. This article talks about how a person comforts themselves. It is different than the usual suggestions such as take a walk or do some yoga!
Social Justice movements, such as Black Lives Matter are still very much a part of the news. How do we take this very big, important issue and apply what we believe to our own day to day existence. This article talks about the reach of Black Lives Matter into individual peoples lives. This movement is important on a global, local and personal level. This list of resources has a variety of ways to learn more such as podcasts, articles, television shows, music, videos and books.
I realize as I am typing this I am directing you to look at different news sources to learn more or find supportive information. For some, decreasing exposure to news and social media may be the self compassion to get you through high stress times. Limiting time on the internet is very important as we try to maintain our health and stay grounded. This article addresses staying connected but also maintaining deeper human connections.