10 Ways To Look After Your Mental Health During COVID-19 (3 of 3)

Mix Up Your Traditions And Habits

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For the past year, your life has probably been nothing, but a handful of habits and routines that you’ve done since the pandemic started. It’s tough as it is to go through with that same routine, but it’s also on top of the fact that you’ve been doing this around important holiday dates as well.

Being denied your usual habits only to follow the same traditions you’ve been doing lately can be draining. As such, we’d recommend mixing up your traditions and habits. Have some days where you do video conferences with friends and family, pick up some new hobbies here and there that you’ve been wanting to do. It’s good mental therapy.

 

 

Ask For Help When You Need It

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The last thing on the list is to not be afraid to ask for help when it’s needed. If you’re really struggling, talking to someone about it can help with easing your mind. Whether it’s confiding in a friend or family member about it or seeking professional help, the choice is yours.

Having an objective party helping you process these tougher times – especially loss and painful emotions – can do wonders.