Here are some tips to manage and cope with your anxiety during this COVID-19 situation. Know that you’re not alone in the struggle <\/strong>and despite how uncertain things may seem, there are a handful of ways to take care of yourself. Take a deep breath and let’s begin<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n With isolation and uncertainty amidst us, it’s easy for feelings of anxiety to creep in. It’s even more difficult to cope when people simply tell you not to panic. The first thing that you want to do is to recognize that your anxiety is completely normal and valid<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you check out Bill Hader’s video, he offers an insightful tip on how to cope with your feelings of anxiety. Don’t fight it; learn to manage it<\/strong>. You might think to yourself, “I just saw the news, I’m scared.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n Take out the narrative: “I just saw the news” and just tell yourself, “I’m scared. And that’s okay. I’m scared.”<\/strong> It may be difficult to reframe your thoughts when the anxiety kicks in, but with constant and intentional practice to acknowledge it, you’ll be able to manage it better each time<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\nAcknowledge and work through it<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n