Sometimes this whole situation seems too crazy to be true. It can feel like this is how life always was and always will be. It’s important to remind yourself that you are going through a massive moment in history. You are living through a global pandemic.
Quite frankly, the world is in chaos right now. We can no longer live normal lives. Remember that. Remember that when you hold yourself to the same expectations you once had. You can’t. Your life has changed, and your expectations need to change with it. There is no point being hard on yourself for not achieving things that were only possible before the pandemic.
So much is now out of our control, accept that. Only control what you can. In times where everything seems to change, just focus on what you can keep the same. Make daily routines for yourself that give you comfort and structure.
Care for yourself. Do small things that make you happy. Do them when you can. There is so much to worry about, make sure you take a break from worrying.
Appreciate what you can. Everything feels like it is going wrong, I know, but find whatever you can appreciate in your life, no matter how small it is. Write them down. Remind yourself of them. Do whatever it takes to get you through this.
This is going to sound really cheesy but laugh. Afterall, you can’t be upset when you are laughing. Speak to someone who makes you laugh, watch the funniest video you’ve found, even force a fake laugh. Laughter will be a much-needed break from what you're dealing with.
Remember, this is a crazy time to be alive. You have been through a lot. Be kind to yourself and do whatever you can get to yourself through this.
Hang in there.
Change your perspective and uncover a way forward for you!
Here are some things that can help you with that.
YouTube
Great
reads
The Principles of Uncertainty by Maira Kalman
Whose lives are more uncertain life than an artist? Well, now you have chance to see life through the eyes of one. This autobiography is a thrilling read from start to finish.
The Lives of the Heart by Jane Hirshfield
This scintillating volume of poems confronts life head on, Exploring all of life's uncertainties with care and grace.
Just Kids by Patti Smith
A memoir of Patti Smith and Robert Mapplethorpe's relationship, as the pursue the lives of artist in New York city. It's a riveting comfort read that will on the verge of tears.
Great
Films
UP
A feel good film through and through. Nothing like a story of a unlikely pair who find themselves on an unexpected adventure
Kubo and the Two Strings
An film of epic proportions. It's a classic tale of good vs evil. The animation is breathtaking and the story pulls you in all directions.
Ratatouille
Another heartwarming tale of a rat who wants nothing more than to cook Just watch it, it's lovely.
Spotify
This playlist will make things a little bit better, even just for a moment.
Podcasts
FT Weekend
This episode of FT Weekend features psychotherapist Esther Perel, who details how we can best cope with uncertainty
Be More
In this episode the hosts look at what has been going on in the world over the past while and tackle it head on, by helping you deal with uncertainty.
Unf*ck Your Brain
This episode gives you a different perspective on the fear of uncertainty and how you can start to slowly let go of it.
Places to find more resources
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