#31 – Managing Stress in the End Times
So everyone is freaking out about the COVID 19, or Coronavirus, pandemic. Much of it is justifiable given its high level of transmission and potentially life-threatening symptoms for certain populations. And yet, much of what we hear is secondhand information that is factually inaccurate or hyped up by news stations looking to stay in front of our faces.
Yes, this is bad. But you know what’s worse? The general panic and hysteria that’s created by all of the misleading, attention grabbing media. Everyone on Facebook and social media is now an apparent doctor with an update on how you should feel. TV Shows and daily news outlets are capitalizing on the fact that this hot button topic will definitely sell. So how an you step out of the generalized anxiety and keep your mind clear?
Three things to avoid when you’re stressed
1) Letting emotions run what should be logical decisions
2) Focusing on things outside of our circle of control/influence
3) Stopping the high value tasks that build toward long term goals
Spending time worrying about things outside of your circle of control will only bring more stress and frustration. Instead, focus on what you can do:
Eat your veggies, keep your hands out of your nose and eyes, get your sleep, nix the alcohol, don’t smoke, exercise, manage the stress you do have, get sunlight, drink water, and cut out the sugar.
Each of those actions are entirely in your circle of control. And guess what, if you live like that, you will not only be absolutely fine, you’ll also improve your health and ability to be your best self.
