As COVID-19 continues to spread quickly and related news reports dominate the media, it’s natural to feel anxious and stressed, especially as we continue to see communities employ social distancing guidelines and restrictions.
Explore a broad range of self-care resources (free for everyone) — including apps, audio activities, articles, and more — designed to help you thrive in mind, body, and spirit at kp.org/selfcare. In addition, we encourage you to:
- Rest and relax.Periodically focus on taking slow deep breaths to help activate a relaxation response. It’s also important to take regular breaks when you are able.
- Physical activity like brisk walking, standing up and stretching, mixed with periods of relaxation can alleviate physical and emotional stress.
- Express your feelings to people who are supportive of you:family, friends, colleagues, clergy, your personal physician or mental health provider.
- Support others who may need to express their feelings to you.Not only will this help them but being of service may help you feel better as well.
Members can access the myStrength app at no extra cost for mental health and wellness digital self-care at their fingertips, including modules such as:
- Staying Connected While Social Distancing
- Parenting in Challenging Times
- Finding Your Inner Calm in Turbulent Times
- Keeping Your Relationship Strong During COVID-19
For additional resources for both members and non-members we encourage you to visit the links below: