Anxiety in a Time of Uncertainty

Last night I struggled to fall asleep due to feeling anxious and uncertain about the future. This is the second week of my extended spring break and while I try to remain positive about most things, this feeling hit me hard the other day. I have been on "administrative leave" for 2 weeks once spring break finished and it looks like it will continue up until the middle of April. During this time I feel like I haven't contributed anything. I am also worried about going back to school while this crisis is still happening because I don't know how this virus will effect me or those around me.

Stepping back though I understand how fortunate I am because I'm at least getting paid. I am thankful that I am not working in a space where I could possibly get sick. While I know this hard work ethic has been engrained in me, I know things will get better once this is over. This is time to recover and heal. This is time to find gratitude. This is time to check in with others around me and help them. I am thankful that I have access to food and water. I am grateful that everyone around me is doing okay. While there are things beyond my control, I can only take things one day at a time. 

Anyways, I am sure everyone has been struggling with some form of guilt, anxiety or depression. Here are just a few of the things that have helped me during this time:

• Limit time on social media especially new sources.(This one is hard)
• Set up a normal schedule if you feel like you need structure.
• Meditate. Write what you are grateful for.
• Let go of the small things beyond your control. Take things day to day. What am I able to do right now? How can I be resourceful during this time?
• Pick up a new skill that you think might enhance your job or your life. 
• Talk to friends or family member.
• Try to eat healthy and find a physical activity to do. 

If there are any other suggestions out there, I would love to hear them especially when it comes to the weeks ahead.