13/09/2021
One more week (hopefully!🤞🏽) of level 4 lockdown for Auckland. It’s not the most ideal news, but it’s just something we have to do to eliminate this bloody virus. Anyway I thought I would share a few more tips to help get you through the lockdown blues and lift your spirits:
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1. Limit TV News.
It’s good to know what’s going on, but if you’re glued to every News broadcast, receiving constant notifications on your phone or being swarmed by posts on social media then maybe it’s time to switch off or atleast just grab the case number updates and move on with your day. Too much news can be unhealthy.
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2. Following positive social media accounts can really boost your day and a good belly laugh can get you out of the deepest funks! Two of my faves right now are and
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3. Plan something you can look forward to such as a movie night on the weekend or just planning to do something the next day that you really enjoy like reading a book or painting your nails. Having something to look forward to brings excitement and anticipation to what could be a repetitive week.
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4. I need this one in particular…it’s to get more sleep! More sleep lowers stress levels, sharpens your focus, increases your energy and improves your immune system…and so much more!
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5. Practice self-compassion and be kind to yourself. Acknowledge and accept your feelings rather than avoiding them, this situation is crap and it’s ok to not be ok, but we also have to remember that we are not alone and our struggles are shared with everyone all over the world. If you have a moment of feeling down or stressed out, consider what you might tell a friend and direct that same warmth, kindness and support toward yourself.
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6. Connect with family & friends. It’s easy to feel isolated during this time so reach out to your loved ones through a phone call or zoom meeting. My family have been doing a dress up weekly quiz night and it’s been fun having something to look forward to.
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Let me know if you give any of these a go. Take care x 😘💜