Tips to keep your sanity intact when having to stay indoors to battle COVID-19

By Gaby Alex

COVID-19 hit the planet with its deadly clutches at a time when people were busy planning for, not just the New Year, but the new decade. It hit people at their happiest. No one expected this invisible force of nature to become something that is almost invincible. Almost every country in the world instantly went into lockdown and for an indefinite period of time. People were forced to stay inside with nothing but their own thoughts and frequent episodes of the blues. This also impacted the mental health of many of our populations in one or the other way. Even now that countries are slowly lifting the lockdown, most people continue to work from home and stay indoors in an attempt to flatten the curve. The pandemic has brought the world to a standstill and affected the physical and mental health of millions of people. This is the new normal, especially if you come down with COVID-19 and have to stay indoors. We must make our peace with the fact that, until an unforeseeable point in the future, this may be what we have to do. And, while you battle the virus, here are a few things that you can do to keep your sanity intact and beat the lockdown blues.

Start Journaling Every Day

There are not enough words that can emphasize on how cathartic the experience of journaling is. When you are going through a challenging time, there will be a lot you may have to get off your chest. Journaling is one of the best ways to do so. Pick up a pen and scribble on a piece of paper or in a beautiful journal all that is weighing you down. You will find the habit grow on you, and before you know it, you will be able to make more sense of your emotions and manage your mental health better. Writing is therapeutic, and you definitely should give it a try.