Tips for self-care during stressful times

 Stress shows up differently for different people, each of us copes differently and it’s also important to recognize that everyone,’s, circumstances are unique. Some of you may be able to go home for spring break to visit loved ones, and some of you may not due to travel restrictions or limited resources. During this time, you want na be mindful of what forms of self-care work for you. Some forms of self-care that you may practice may be focused on mental well-being, physical well-being, or social well-being. Examples of mental well-being and self-care include limiting your social media exposure. You want to take time to unplug, Make sure to stay informed, but don’t overload on social media. Other forms include focusing on what’s within your control and avoiding excessive worry. Some tips for managing worry, include scheduling, and worry time, Write down your worries cross off what’s not within your control, and throw it away That’ll help you feel calmer, less overwhelmed, and more in control. Another way to practice self-care is to focus on physical well-being. Moving your body by engaging in physical activity. You may want a go for a walk and get some fresh air When you do that. You want a focus on your surroundings, Use your five senses to be in the present moment That’ll help you feel more grounded and calm. You may also want a check in with yourself and your breathing, Make sure you’re, taking deep, full breaths. Other ways to focus on physical well-being include sleep, Develop a sleep routine, that’ll be relaxing and calming, For example, 30 minutes before bed do not use any electronics. You may want a take a warm bath Write down five things. You’re grateful for it. Listen to a guided meditation relaxation practice Drink some tea, Whatever it may be, find something that is relaxing and calming That’ll. Allow you to get better sleep. Nutrition is important too. You want na eat balanced meals, Make healthy food choices because that’ll boost your mood and make you feel more energized. You also want a stay hydrated Social wellbeing is important as well. While you may want to isolate and socially withdraw during this time. Given the circumstances, it is very important to stay connected, Find creative ways to stay connected to your loved ones. For example, you may send them a note or a message expressing your gratitude. Your appreciation Make a weekly phone call or FaceTime call to your loved ones. You may also engage in random acts of kindness That also help to boost our mood and lifts our spirits. During this time, I want a emphasize the importance of practicing kindness. We want to be kind towards one another. We want a check our assumptions and ways to do that are remaining curious and being compassionate towards others, What they may be going through and how we may be able to support them. .As found on YouTubeAlzheimer’s Dementia Brain Health ➫➬ ꆛシ➫ I was losing my memory, focus – and mind! And then… I got it all back again. Case study: Brian Thompson There’s nothing more terrifying than watching your brain health fail. You can feel it… but you can’t stop it.

The Science of Happiness: Insights from the Social Sciences

First Lecture Series: Social Sciences. Presented by Professor Dacher Keltner on August 16, 2017, to a group of new freshmen and transfer students in UC Berkeley’s College of Letters & Science.