You can do something about

MENTAL
HEALTH
Prepared by: Yesha Sheth
(Psychologist & Therapist)
Recognize 'what News does to
you'.
makes you feel more
informed and thus equipped

or
to handle the situation

is a source of
uncontrollable worry
Your thoughts are not
facts!
If you find yourself thinking of the
worst case scenario, remind yourself
that your thoughts are not you, and
they are not facts. Shift your focus to
something that is under your control
and work on that.
 Remind yourself that you are
doing enough to help others if
your are staying indoors,
maintaining physical distance,
wearing a mask and taking care
of your own health.
Holding a space of comfort for
anyone who is dealing with loss
or has tested positive for
COVID-19.
holding space can look like: calling
them or leaving a text to ask if they
need any help, letting them vent, crying
with them, listening to them and
providing them with emotional
support.
 Be kind to yourself for your

MENTAL
HEALTH
Prepared by: Yesha Sheth
(Psychologist & Therapist)
Remind yourself that things
are really hard right now.
if you find yourself procrastinating,
feeling lazy & unmotivated, you may
extend some kindness & compassion
to yourself.
Indulge in activities/ tasks that
lift your mood (listening to
music, moving your body,
playing indoor games, etc.
Your mood impacts your immune
system
Save some space and time for
yourself- taking deep breaths,
meditating and being mindful.
Minimize your exposure to
any gadgets an hour before
you are about to sleep.
 You can avoid these for your

MENTAL
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(Psychologist & Therapist)
 TO AVOID IS

Don’t succumb to the pressure

of being productive. Allow
yourself to do things at a pace
that suits your physical and
mental health.
 TO AVOID IS

Don’t disconnect from family/ friends/

colleagues. It will help us all get through
this painful situation.
Don't feel afraid to ask for help.
Reflect on your emotions and talk
about it to somebody.
Seek professional help if necessary
 TO AVOID IS

Don't use smoking/ alcohol/ drugs to

cope with overwhelming emotions.
Don't overdo the intake of news and
information.
Don't read/ circulate information
that has the potential to add to
already existing fear.
 TO AVOID IS

Don't stock medical supplies that

are in demand. It'll add to your
guilt or to others' worries &
collective fear.
 TO AVOID IS

Don't panic- if you recognize yourself

panicking, PAUSE and focus on your
breath till you feel calmer.

Don't try to do everything that is

suggested by your friends and
family. Make calculated choices to
distribute your mental, physical and
emotional energies to support your
well- being.
 You can do something about

MENTAL
HEALTH
when you or someone in the family has
tested positive for COVID-19

Prepared by: Yesha Sheth

(Psychologist & Therapist)
Take some time out for
reflecting on your emotions.
Focus on how you are feeling
about this situation.
have you ever felt this way before? If
yes, how did you deal with it. This will
help you cope better & avoid you from
getting into the loop of worry and
anxiety.
Fear and anxiety are normal in
this abnormal situation. Talk
about it to someone you usually
go to for help or reach out to
professionals for help.
Remind yourself that you are
providing all the support you
can to your loved ones to get
through COVID-19.
Guilt is natural, but shame is
unnecessary.
Isolation can be made
comfortable.
-Stay connected with loved ones.
-Maintain a routine.
-Indulge in self- soothing activities like
meditation, listening to music, light
movements, watching something fun and
light
In times of grieving:
If you are grieving, let your emotions flow.
Acknowledge your pain. We grieve in our own ways-
denial, anger, hopelessness, sadness, crying. Allow
yourself to float through this process.

If someone else is grieving, comfort them with your

presence (virtually if needed), offering eye contact and
reassuring them with your support and kindness.

Be sensitive towards your friends/ family who

are grieving. Refrain from saying things like-
distract yourself, get over it, at least you are safe,
don't cry, etc.