Maintain a healthy routine: Stress can disrupt our daily routine, in turn causing more stress. It is important to maintain your regular schedule for sleeping, eating, exercise, studying, communicating with loved ones, and working etc. If this is difficult to achieve by yourself, reach out to a friend online or on the phone - you can encourage each other in self-care. View this relaxation video or this relaxation exercise for sleep.
Meditate: Find some time every day to do a bit of meditation. It helps you feel grounded and present.
Be informed: Uncertainty or misinformation can increase worry and cause panic. You can stay informed through official, fact-checked channels.
Know your limits: Sometimes, too much information leads to overload and more stress. Try to limit your exposure (such as <1 hour/day), and make sure your information sources are reliable. Avoid reading information on upsetting topics before going to bed, as this can make it more difficult to fall asleep.
Balance the burden: Although we often face upsetting and difficult news, if you look for it, you can find positive information in daily news, too
Think positively: Recall how you and your loved ones survived past hardships and crises. Remind yourself that things are temporary and the current situation will pass. Please remember that no matter what happens in the future, you and your loved ones are striving to live day-by-day in the present. Change your perspective - consider the current time as an opportunity to show more care to yourself and your loved ones.
Share your thoughts/feelings with others (in moderation): Talking about your thoughts and feelings can help alleviate stress. Others might share similar feelings and help you feel less alone.
Learn to say “no”: Although sharing can be helpful, sometimes it is also important to say “no” when you are not comfortable with sharing or engaging in conversations on the topic. Just make sure you set your boundaries respectfully or leave conversations in an appropriate way.
Do some relaxation: Make sure to plan some relaxation or activities you enjoy into your daily schedule, such as deep breathing, spending time with friends, coloring, listening to music, taking a shower, taking a walk, etc.
Let it out: Sometimes expressing your emotions can be helpful - try journaling or keeping a voice diary, or let yourself be upset for a while.
