In these times of uncertainty, it is normal and natural for our minds to worry. You see, our brains are wired to do this to help us survive! Back in the caveman days, we needed to think about all the possible threats that could happen; this ability helped us survive and thrive.
Even though we are living in a global pandemic, most of us are still safe. There is a threat out there, COVID-19, that has changed the way we live.
It is important to practice staying in the moment, especially when our worries clutter our minds, causing anxiety. Reminding ourselves to stay in the moment and think positively will help us work through that anxiety, instead of getting stuck in it. Practicing gratitude and mindfulness are some ways that can help us stay in the moment. Please find resources below to help you and your family stay in the moment!
Mindfulness
A Global Meditation Event hosted by Calm: https://www.calm.com/blog/take-a-deep-breath
"How Mindfulness Empowers Us: An Animation Narrated" by Sharon Salzberg: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzKryaN44ss
Yoga
"20 Minute Yoga for Youth with Nicole Cardoza": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CY29f_eXIYc
"Rainbow Yoga" with Yoga from Adriene: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dF7O6-QabIo&t=1s
Helpful Apps
Calm App - available on iOS and Android here: https://www.calm.com/
Headspace - available on iOS and Android here: https://www.headspace.com/
Breathe, Think, Do! with Sesame - available on iOS here: https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/breathe-think-do-with-sesame/id721853597 and Android here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=air.com.sesameworkshop.ResilienceThinkBreathDo&hl=en_CA