The recent outbreak of the coronavirus COVID-19 has had far-reaching impacts, including the rise in infections, cancellation of large-scale events, travel advisories, and a downturn in the economy. For many people and communities, the rise of COVID-19 and the resulting consequences are a stressful and anxiety-inducing experience. While reactions may be varied, pandemics can have a large emotional impact, with feelings of fear, sadness, frustration, and uncertainty.
As the status of COVID-19 is continually developing, it is important to focus on the proactive measures we can take to stay emotionally healthy and enact control in our lives during seemingly uncontrollable times.The following are ways to keep safe, calm, and take care of ourselves and our communities.
Continue to carry out the recommendations set out by health officials
Gather information from reliable and reputable sources
Limit the amount and time spent consuming information
Practice self-care
Maintain routines and schedules when possible
Share your concerns
Seek professional help if needed
At Calgary Career Counselling and Synthesis Psychology, your health and wellbeing are our priority. Please contact us for further information.
(403) 261-5085 | www.synthesispsychology.com
For further information about the coronavirus COVID-19 and best practices to support your mental and physical well-being, please see the following:
https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/topics/Page16944.aspx
https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/coronavirus-disease-covid-19.html
https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019
The recent outbreak of the coronavirus COVID-19 has had far-reaching impacts, including the rise in infections, cancellation of large-scale events, travel advisories, and a downturn in the economy. For many people and communities, the rise of COVID-19 and the resulting consequences are a stressful and anxiety-inducing experience. While reactions may be varied, pandemics can have a large emotional impact, with feelings of fear, sadness, frustration, and uncertainty.
As the status of COVID-19 is continually developing, it is important to focus on the proactive measures we can take to stay emotionally healthy and enact control in our lives during seemingly uncontrollable times.The following are ways to keep safe, calm, and take care of ourselves and our communities.
Continue to carry out the recommendations set out by health officials
Gather information from reliable and reputable sources
Limit the amount and time spent consuming information
Practice self-care
Maintain routines and schedules when possible
Share your concerns
Seek professional help if needed
At Calgary Career Counselling and Synthesis Psychology, your health and wellbeing are our priority. Please contact us for further information.
(403) 261-5085 | www.synthesispsychology.com
For further information about the coronavirus COVID-19 and best practices to support your mental and physical well-being, please see the following:
https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/topics/Page16944.aspx
https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/coronavirus-disease-covid-19.html
https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019