I have been doing theta healing .. google it. Reprogramming the subconscious mind. Helps with my thoughts and healing in a hard time. If you have time to yourself to meditate for a little you should try this if you’re struggling
auntiejessie,
There are some games like words with friends on your cell phone you can down load that app. It has people you can play scrabble with. I like that game. Also, I play design home. Keep busy and walk around even inside the house. If you can get out a little stay away from people. I cross the street because a lot of people won't move and don't care about social distancing here in San Diego. Also, keep in touch with friends and family and social media helps . I write to my friends all day or join a friendly chat like this.
mkh9
As I mentioned above, I am not sleeping as well and more tired. Also, the thought of this lasting until we get a vaccine (year and a half maybe) is hard. One weeks seems like a month. I am coping by trying to keep a similar schedule, with a mixture of exercise, house work, and art or reading etc. I bought weights before we got locked down and so I work out with those 2 times a week and walk on most of the other days. I write to friends often on social media. Keep connected to them. Getting as knowledgeable as possible about it all. We try to not talk about it when we first get up and about an hour before bed.
mkh9
I've been working from home for 3 weeks now .. stay at home orders came next, with social distancing .. and now, the CDC has imposed a travel ban ... I have been considering doing free online yoga or mediation classes .. they are listed in local groups I belong to online in my town. I have resumed watching my favorite evening TV shows and allowing myself to enjoy them, along with popcorn and a glass of wine.
I'm still working, so I'm not worried about finances, though I know many are.
I'm scared for my health, for my mother's health, for everyone's health.
I've started to stop watching the news, and am only allowing myself a certain amount of time for that, like the local evening news and world news.
Other than that, I have no coping strategies. I've ordered some games and puzzles and stuff from Amazon, and some have even arrived. Escapism helps.