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ADVICE

[/split_line_heading][vc_column_text css_animation=”bottom-to-top” css=”.vc_custom_1588077871541{margin-top: 15px !important;}” max_width=”500″]We wanted to share some advice around coping with some of the emotional challenges that may come up while self-isolating. Whilst we adjust, our emotions may come out in different ways including denial (pretending nothing has happened, carrying on as normal), anger (at people not following social distancing or people hoarding), anxiety and depression.

 

Remember, everyone copes with these things differently. For example, introverts may be adjusting well to social distancing as they are stimulated by their own thoughts and feelings whereas extroverts may be struggling more as they are fuelled by social interactions and their environment. So, check in with your friends, even those who usually cope with stress well!

 

The British Psychological Society have quickly pulled together some research into how people cope with social isolation and I have pulled together some advice based on these findings.

 

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Some psychological advice on managing your emotions

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” equal_height=”yes” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” shape_type=””][vc_column centered_text=”true” column_padding=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_position=”all” background_color=”#047E6A” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ font_color=”#ffffff” column_shadow=”small_depth” column_border_radius=”10px” width=”1/4″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none”][vc_column_text]

ADAPTATION

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ font_color=”#047E6A” column_shadow=”small_depth” column_border_radius=”10px” width=”3/4″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”6px” column_border_color=”#047E6A”][vc_column_text]People cope in different ways when faced with large-scale change. Some of you may be in denial and trying to go on as normal. In the current situation we need to accept the ‘new normal’ as quickly as possible to support the NHS to get on top of this. Establishing a new routine is one of the best ways of adapting to a new set of circumstances so get a weekly planner our and map your week. If you usually visit your parents on a certain day of the week, set up a skype call instead. Usually go to the gym on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays? Get on YouTube for home workout or follow a live workout online.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” equal_height=”yes” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” shape_type=””][vc_column centered_text=”true” column_padding=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_position=”all” background_color=”#047E6A” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ font_color=”#ffffff” column_shadow=”small_depth” column_border_radius=”10px” width=”1/4″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none”][vc_column_text]

ANXIETY AND UNCERTAINTY

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LACK OF MOTIVATION

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ font_color=”#047E6A” column_shadow=”small_depth” column_border_radius=”10px” width=”3/4″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”6px” column_border_color=”#047E6A”][vc_column_text]Motivation can go out of the window whist so much is going on in the world. Tasks can either feel insurmountable or insignificant or we may have the sense that there is so much time ahead of us to do all that we need that we put it off indefinitely. One tip would be to make a list of easy tasks that you would like to complete over the coming weeks- things like cleaning out a cupboard, going through your wardrobe, clearing your inbox etc. Have this list handy and when you are feeling particularly lethargic, whip it out and do one task. This can stimulate a sense of achievement and your self-efficacy that can help you go on to do bigger, more challenging projects.

 

Journaling can also be a good tool to help create a sense of purpose. Write about how you are feeling and acknowledge all you have achieved each day. Don’t beat yourself up if you didn’t do all you set out to but reflect on why this may be and plan how you are going to overcome barriers.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” equal_height=”yes” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” shape_type=””][vc_column centered_text=”true” column_padding=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_position=”all” background_color=”#047E6A” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ font_color=”#ffffff” column_shadow=”small_depth” column_border_radius=”10px” width=”1/4″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none”][vc_column_text]

LIVING WITH OTHERS

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ font_color=”#047E6A” column_shadow=”small_depth” column_border_radius=”10px” width=”3/4″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”6px” column_border_color=”#047E6A”][vc_column_text]Whilst social distancing can feel lonely, paradoxically, if we are at home with our family or flat mates, being with them all day every day can feel suffocating. This can lead to tension, arguments and conflict. There are things you can do to ease this:

 

Overall, it is important to remember that it is okay not to feel okay at the moment. If you are feeling emotionally drained, speak to someone. We should not pretend that we are taking this in our stride, it is a completely new situation for us all. Share any tips for coping with the friend and family and make sure you get plenty of rest too.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” equal_height=”yes” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” shape_type=””][vc_column centered_text=”true” column_padding=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_position=”all” background_color=”#DE0345″ background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ font_color=”#ffffff” column_shadow=”small_depth” column_border_radius=”10px” width=”1/4″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none”][vc_column_text]

Here to help!

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ font_color=”#2b388f” column_shadow=”small_depth” column_border_radius=”10px” width=”3/4″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”6px” column_border_color=”#DE0345″][vc_column_text]At MoreLife we are here to help, we too have had to respond quickly to the issues raised by COVID-19 and we have developed new ways of getting support.

  1. You can still arrange appointments with our team members for 1:1 phone or skype calls. These can be booked with your usual practitioner (as long as they are not unwell) or call our client services team to help.
  2. We have Zoom and Facebook Live groups that you can join for support managing your health and wellbeing at this difficult time.
  3. Using our website we are setting up online videos, and contents so that you can be supported in your own time. We are working on this now and it should be available soon via a password protected link on our website.

We are all adjusting so please stick with us, and please be assured our teams are working really hard to help you.  We also hope you will give us constructive feedback we don’t know how long this will last but any feedback that helps us improve the way we support you during this time will be important.

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