3. Change your perspective
Psychologist Dr Aarti Gupta is the founder and Clinical Director at TherapyNest, a Center for Anxiety and Family Therapy in Palo Alto, California. She suggests reframing your situation when forced to remain at home for extended periods of time.
She writes, “You are not “stuck inside”. No, you are indulging in a long-awaited opportunity to slow down, focus on yourself and your home”. Looking for a more positive reading of your situation during this stressful time can do wonders for your mental wellbeing.
She continues, “Doing one productive thing per day can lead to a more positive attitude,” she writes. “Set your sights on long-avoided tasks, reorganize, or create something you’ve always wanted to.”
