Cope

There’s a lot to navigate during the pandemic and that can be stressful. There are masks to wear, distance to keep, and then there is loss. And loss takes all kinds of forms. There are activities you don’t do now, friends you don’t see and then there are friends and family you have lost.

There’s simply a lot going on right now and feeling stressed or anxious is to be expected. The key is what you do with the stress and anxiety – how do you handle it so it doesn’t get a hold on you.

Coping tips for stepping in…

After over a year of being in a pandemic and adapting to new triple Rs – Rules Regulations and Routines – it can be difficult transitioning back to normal. Normal can look different for everyone as COVID has changed many things in people’s lives. It is okay to feel uneasy and tense at times. You may even find yourself overthinking things you have never used to think twice about. Whether it’s turning a doorknob, commuting on public transportation, or socializing with friends and colleagues… it may bring up a lot.

We’ve all had to adjust…

The COVID-19 pandemic is a global health crisis, but much of the focus has been on aspects of physical health. Some may not realize that a mental health crisis has also emerged. This collection of six episodes focusing on common experiences such as fear of getting sick, school and work from home, grief from losing a loved one, social isolation, and the experience of essential workers from fellow New Yorkers just like you. Each episode can be watched separately but we recommend you watch them in order.