How to keep your sanity.....inside! Part 2

Hey all! Well, here we are, days later from my last post......and still inside! Buckle up, because this ride is not over just yet, and although the shelter in place is working to reduce numbers, we still have a little way to go. So, here is part #2 of how to keep your sanity while staying inside!

4. Nutrition is important. Did you know that foods can cause inflammation, which can also cause depression and anxiety? I have heard people talk about, and have seen MANY memes about how much weight we will all gain in this process. Eating well is very important....always, but especially in times of high stress. I know that the draw to all of the comfort foods, sugary yuminess, and salty fun is strong right now. Its ok to indulge occasionally (let's be honest....chocolate is necessity sometimes), but the emphasis is on the word OCCASIONALLY. Eat healthy foods, veggies, fruit and proteins. Your body, and your brain will thank you, and you will notice you feel less overwhelmed and stressed.

5. Stay hydrated. Depression and anxiety can result from being dehyrated. Water is essential to the functioning of the brain. If you begin to feel super stressed or overwhelmed...........Drink an 8 oz glass of water. Make sure you get plenty of water all day, every day.

6. Meet up with friends or family.......ONLINE! I have family scattered throughout the US. A family member came up with a great idea......family Zoom meetings! So each Sunday, at a specific time, everyone who is available logs onto the link in Zoom, and we have a family check in. We chat, check on each other, laugh, and visit. It isn't ideal, but it can help us from feeling disconnected from others that we can't be with right now. Some platforms, such as Zoom, are even offering free meetings for people right now, and it's super easy to do. Choose any platform that meets the needs of your group. This is also great for Bible study groups, friend chats, or any other time that you would normally meet up with others.

I hope that you are staying healthy, well and home! Stayed tuned for more ideas on how to survive the shutdown!