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How to Lift Your Mood During Lockdown

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  1. Arrange some personal time.

    2. Give yourself some space to do some things that you enjoy.

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  2. Acceptance of spouse and other house members as they are.

    3. We are all in it together. This is a phrase you hear frequently at the moment. We may all be dealing with emotional issues of not being allowed out to do our normal things.

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  3. Plan for expected problems.

    4. Spend some time talking with other members of your household. Talking about your feelings can help.

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  4. Take space when tensions heat up.

    5. Go for a walk, sit in the garden, sit in another room. Maybe do yoga, or some exercise.

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  5. Add structure to your day.

    6. Having a routine can help. But at the same time be flexible, it may change.

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  6. Eat well and stay hydrated.

    7. Avoid sugar, caffeine and alcohol as best you can.

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  7. Sleep or rest.

    8. Make sure you stay well-rested.

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  8. Socialise.

    9. Using an online platform such as Zoom or Skype, Houseparty or Facetime to speak to your friends and loved ones.

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  9. Show compassion.

    10. This starts with yourself. Loving yourself and being kind to yourself. Movement through Feldenkrais, Yoga, Meditation or Mindfulness are good ways to start.

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