Staying Positive And Hopeful
Washing your hands a million times a day, avoiding all human contact, and homeschooling your children have all become the “New Normal”.
With the virus continuing to spread, and our stress-levels continuing to grow, it’s easy to get overwhelmed right now.
But remember… we’re all in this together. This isn’t something you're going through alone, but along with everyone in the world, and there’s some kind of comfort in that.
You can reach out to close friends, family, people from your past that you don’t talk to much anymore, and even strangers, and you’ll all have this in common. You can lean on one another for support, bounce ideas off each other about ways to stay busy and positive; You can comfort one another with kind words and stories of how you spent your day and what you’re looking forward to most when life gets back to normal.
It’s so important to look to the good things right now and let them help you stay sane and mentally healthy.
There is always something to be thankful for, and we’ve listed just a few ways for you to stay positive and hopeful right now.
** Look For The Silver Linings
You’re able to be home with your loved ones right now, spending quality time with them!
Everyone is there for dinner (in many cases), the kids can take it slow with schoolwork, and you aren’t all traveling in a million different directions, missing one another and stressing out about getting to practices and meetings on time.
Read with your kids, go on a scavenger hunt, play games as a family, and just soak it all up for now.
We know it’s hard to be stuck inside for so long, but just keep remembering to look for the little things.
** Take control of your relationship with the internet
You have to limit your time on social media, reading info online, and news coverage.
As much as we want to be informed, and as easy as it is to open your Facebook app with the touch of a button, try your best to refrain from being on it too much.
The more you’re constantly loading your mind with these scary and negative things, the more it’ll disrupt your thoughts and happiness.
** Stay In Contact With Friends and Family
Make good use of all the technology available like phones, cameras, video chats, and more! Whether loved ones are far away in another state or country or right down the road, stay safe and do your communicating via your favorite device!
** Seek out information that will uplift, entertain, or educate you.
Look for positive news stories, learn about the number of people who are constantly surviving and recovering.
Watch your favorite uplifting shows to make you laugh, and ones that will entertain AND educate the little ones!
** Look for the good in others.
These types of crises can bring out both the worst and the best in human nature.
There are too many stories (or things you may have witnessed yourself) about people hoarding food and paper items in the stores, leaving nothing for others, and don't even get us started on the billions of internet fights about the virus...
We like to think that the best in human nature is rising to the coronavirus challenge. Philanthropists are donating money to scientists to find a cure. Doctors and medical staff are working overtime to help sick patients. Neighborhoods are putting together care packages for people who are sleeping rough. People are posting positive messages on social media. Friends from across the globe reaching out to each other. When we tune into these positive and pro-social aspects of the crisis, we are united in hope.
** Remember to keep your home and hands, germ-free, cleaning surfaces as often as you can.
DIY Bleach Disinfectant Spray:
- 4 teaspoons household bleach
- 1 quart water
--- Pour both into one-quart spray bottle, shake vigorously
--- Spray on surface to disinfect, let sit for 10 minutes, wipe away with a wet cloth
While our studio is closed for now, we’re still making efforts to brighten you and your family’s day with artwork!
Check out our 'Take Home Paint Kits', available to order through our website.
You can paint and drink wine at home while you follow along with the guided directions and create some masterpieces!
Painting and other creative activities are excellent ways to reduce stress... and who couldn’t use a little stress relief right about now?
((Check out the ways that painting can reduce stress and anxiety)):
https://www....-anxiety.html
We can’t wait to see you all back in the studio when this is all over and please know we’re thinking of you and your families so much right now.
To all of the ones out there, battling this on the front line every day, we thank you so much for your service.
Stay safe and Stay Hopeful!
Cheers!
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