As summer starts to fade, many of us now turn our attention to getting back into regular routines, like going back to school, sending our kids back to school, and returning, in some capacity (maybe?), to the office.
But what are things going to look like this fall, now that we are 18 months into Covid-19? And how do we best navigate it all?
Here are three tips to help:
1. Be Flexible
If there’s one thing we’ve learned from Covid-19 it’s to expect swift changes, like the fairly recent and highly contagious delta variant.
To that end, it’s critical that we adopt a flexible mindset to dealing with Covid-19. So, for example, while it may be frustrating to have to wear a mask again, it’s what the current situation dictates. Simply put, we must accept changes and pivot accordingly, not bemoan the fact that things should be different.
2. Be Safe
Above all, it’s important to be smart and put your safety first. In addition to getting vaccinated, that means doing all the usual things – wearing your mask, social distancing and staying away from crowded places. It also means not assuming that everyone in your orbit has been vaccinated.
At school and at work, make sure you’re aware of the safety protocols. If you think they’re not robust enough, communicate that to those in charge. That may mean you continue to work from home for longer than anticipated.
3. Be Gentle With Yourself
Some amount of anxiety is perfectly normal right now when it seems that new, and often unsettling, information about the virus comes out nearly every day. Don’t beat yourself up over it.
If, however, you spend so much time worrying that it impacts your daily activities, it’s time to ramp up good self-care activities like exercise, yoga, meditation, journaling and spending time in nature. Or reach out to us and schedule a session with a therapist.