Ways to Cope

This post is about how to cope in general but was made with the pandemic and quarantine in mind.

• Write, draw, paint, or do photography

• Play an instrument, sing, dance, act

• Take a shower or a bath

• Garden

• Take a walk (away from people), or go for a drive

• Watch television or a movie

• Watch cute kitten videos on YouTube

• Play a game

• Online Shop

• Clean or organize your environment

• Read

• Talk to someone you trust on the phone

• Write a text to someone you care about

• Serve someone in need when you do go out.

• Care for or play with a pet

• Encourage others online

• Make a gratitude list

• Brainstorm solutions

• Lower your expectations of the situation

• Find your favorite inspirational quote

• Write a list of goals

• Write a list of pros and cons for decisions

• Reward or pamper yourself when successful

• Write a list of strengths

• Accept a challenge with a positive attitude

• Exercise

• Catharsis (yelling in the bathroom, punching a punching bag or a pillow)

• Cry

• Laugh

• Get enough sleep

• Eat healthy foods

• Get into a good routine

• Eat a little chocolate

• Limit caffeine

• Deep/slow breathing

• Pray or meditate

• Enjoy nature

• Get involved in a worthy cause online

• Prioritize important tasks

• Use assertive communication

• Schedule time for yourself