Mindfulness: A quick fix for anxiety, stress, and feelings of loneliness by Taylor Bennett | Apr 3, 2020 | Anxiety, COVID-19, Loneliness, Mental Health Topics, Stress How are you feeling right now? If we were to guess, you’d probably say you’re doing okay. And while that might be true, it’s probably also true that you’re struggling with anxiety, stress, feelings of loneliness, and/or other difficult feelings. Due to the spread of COVID-19 and our efforts to…
Boredom can be destructive—if you are bored at home, deepen your connections, remember your goals, rejuvenate an old hobby, and additional tips by Taylor Bennett | Apr 1, 2020 | COVID-19, Feelings & Emotions, Mental Health Topics Due to COVID-19, many of us are forced to stay at home for the foreseeable future either alone or with a couple friends or family members. In either case, we’re struggling with social distancing as we adjust to a new normal; feelings like anxiety and loneliness overwhelm us. Many of…
I feel trapped in my head: Basic tips for slowing down racing thoughts during self-isolation by Taylor Bennett | Mar 30, 2020 | Anxiety, COVID-19, Loneliness, Mental Health Topics Due to the rapid spread of COVID-19, many of us are on lockdown. We’re self-isolating, which means we’re staying home and avoiding all unnecessary contact with others. Some of us are fortunate enough to have roommates, be it a friend, family member, or significant other, with whom we can spend…
Are you feeling lonely during social distancing? Goal-setting can help you overcome loneliness and find fulfillment by Taylor Bennett | Mar 20, 2020 | COVID-19, Loneliness, Mental Health Topics, Self-Improvement Amid COVID-19, many of us are experiencing feelings of loneliness, as we’re spending significantly less time with our friends, family, and others—and video chat only goes so far. Overcoming these lonely feelings is crucial to the state of your mental health, but doing so during social distancing is tough; this…