We are all facing stress with the current battle against COVID–19.  Stress is a normal part of life, but amidst the uncertainty and chaos that has resulted from this invisible threat, you might find your feelings of stress on the rise.  Now is an important time to implement evidence–based strategies to reduce stress and relieve anxiety.  Below are a few strategies that can help. These practices can also become healthy daily habits that improve your resilience as you face future challenges. 

• Meditate, meditation & mindfulness practices can help reduce stress & anxiety 
• Practice gratitude, reflect on what went well in your day & what you are grateful for  
• Exercise, physical exercise releases endorphins which aid in reducing stress 
• Take breaks, zoom fatigue is real, so be sure to build in down time offline 
• Give back, finding ways to help others will boost your mood   
• Stick to a schedule & routine, this will give your day structure & reduce anxiety 

Here are a few additional resources to help you through these times: 

• Six daily questions to ask yourself during COVID-19  
• Tips on managing zoom fatigue from Mindful Magazine 
• The Happiness Lab podcast shares evidence-based strategies to improve wellbeing during COVID-19