Stress & Uncertainty Go Hand-In-Hand

During times like these, we think that the biggest misconception is that we’re all in this alone. What’s worse is we think that how we’re feeling is wrong and maybe, just maybe, that we’re the only ones feeling or acting in a certain way.  So, we did a little research, and here is what we found:

• Nearly 45% of adults in the U.S. report that their mental health has been negatively impacted and are feeling any or all of these:

  • Fear and worry about your own health and the health of your loved ones

  • Changes in sleep or eating patterns

  • Difficulty sleeping or concentrating

  • Worsening of chronic health problems

  • Worsening of mental health conditions

  • Increased use of alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs

Healthy Ways to Cope

According to the CDC – here are a few ways to cope with the stress of it all:

• Take breaks from watching, reading, or listening to news stories, including social media. Hearing about the pandemic repeatedly can be upsetting.

• Take care of your body by:

  • Taking deep breaths, stretch, or meditate (yessssss!)

  • Try to eat healthy, well-balanced meals

  • Exercise regularly

  • Get plenty of sleep

  • Limit alcohol and avoid the use of tobacco, or other drugs

  • Make time to unwind and do some activities you enjoy

In Sum

Take time to fill your cup up. You’re truly no good to anyone, not even yourself if you are stressed. Get on an Aspen Yoga Mat and fill your body and soul with joy and gratitude. Despite the stress and uncertainty – there truly are a litany of silver linings that should be cherished.

New to yoga and meditation, read the Benefits of Yoga to start to understand how feeding your soul can transform your life.