This has been a long couple of years. And, yes, you have probably heard a lot of the same advice and it can feel exhausting and tiring. Yet, we are still dealing with uncertainty and unknowns, while there also is hope for normal to return to our lives.
After socializing, if we find ourselves in isolation again, this can be really tough. A stress, anxiety, or even a grief response would not be out of the ordinary. While it has been quite some time that we have been dealing with Covid-19 and we may have found some ways to cope, it is important to recognize how we may continue to be affected by this significant stressor.
Chronic stress can sneak up on us, because we develop a ‘new normal’, where we get used to being in survival mode, managing but not always thriving. As things get better with Covid-19, we may still find we are dealing with anxiety and stress and also feel isolated. And without supports, this can be tougher. And if we know someone who might be struggling but we don’t know how to support them, this can also be so difficult.
Therapy can be of support to you with the right person. But, many people are not ready or not financially able to come to therapy. Maybe they want to help themselves independently until they are ready. Some people going to therapy also want things they can do independently in addition to their therapy.
Not to fear, I am here. You can feel free to reach out to me if you are needing specific supports and I will do my best to give you referrals or resources that I am aware of. In addition, you can see the resources listed below.
Covid-19 Resource Bank 1:
A brief bank that includes helpful websites, free workbooks, & free and confidential crises and support numbers in Ontario.
Covid-19 Resource Bank 2:
A very thorough bank that includes a list of affordable and free therapy resources, helpful websites and self-help resources, free peer support resources, resources for children, resources for health care providers, resources for grief, & free and confidential crises and support numbers in Ontario.
Reminder on things you can do to cope with self-isolation:
More Articles & Podcast Episodes:
When Relationships Don’t Feel Okay
Love and connection are basic needs. We all need to feel seen, heard and understood in all meaningful relationships. While our relationships can feel joyful they can also feel confusing, overwhelming, and sometimes really hurtful. We explore this issue further in this...
Self-Care: What Does This Really Mean?
Maybe this is something that you have heard a lot about and people often talk about the importance of ‘self-care’. Yet, knowing how to tailor this to yourself and practice this in a sustainable way can be very challenging. Self-care can look like many things and also it is important to recognize that there are three areas
Back to School: How to Sustain Your Energy
This is an exciting and busy time for everyone. Whether you are a student or a parent or just reminded of the fact that fall is around the corner, September often puts us back in high gear. Both work or school demands and personal commitments and finding a way to rest and rejuvenate can be very challenging.
