Take a Deep Breath, Everything Will Be Okay

There have been countless tips and guidelines to keep you physically healthy during the quarantine for COVID 19, but what about your emotional and mental health? These are unprecedented times that we are going through, and it’s important to do things to ease your mind during a time when lots of people are experiencing a higher level of anxiety and stress than normal.

Some tips for decreasing stress for you or your loved ones while staying indoors:

                >Take a break from reading or watching the news for a little bit.

                >Listen to some of your favorite music.

                >Take care of your body- take deep breaths, and if approved by your primary care physician, try stretching, meditation or even some yoga.

                >Engage your mind with other activities such as puzzles, crosswords, painting, or reading.

                >Connect with your loved ones and friends by Skype, phone or Facetime.

Taking care of your emotional health is incredibly important during times like these. Visiting Angels in Frederick MD strives to help you with any homecare care needs as well as any needs you have in order to make the quarantine a little easier on you and your loved ones.