{"id":1685,"date":"2020-06-29T16:23:17","date_gmt":"2020-06-29T15:23:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.thebodymatters.co.uk\/blog\/?p=1685"},"modified":"2024-07-12T13:52:40","modified_gmt":"2024-07-12T12:52:40","slug":"lift-mood-during-lockdown","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thebodymatters.co.uk\/blog\/2020\/06\/lift-mood-during-lockdown\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Lift Your Mood During Lockdown"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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  1. Arrange some personal time.<\/strong><\/big><\/li>\n

    Give yourself some space to do some things that you enjoy.<\/p>\n\"step\n

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  2. Acceptance of spouse and other house members as they are.<\/strong><\/big><\/li>\n

    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.<\/p>\n\"step\n

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  3. Plan for expected problems.<\/strong><\/big><\/li>\n

    Spend some time talking with other members of your household. Talking about your feelings can help.<\/p>\n\"step\n

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  4. Take space when tensions heat up.<\/strong><\/big><\/li>\n

    Go for a walk, sit in the garden, sit in another room. Maybe do yoga, or some exercise.<\/p>\n\"step\n

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  5. Add structure to your day.<\/strong><\/big><\/li>\n

    Having a routine can help. But at the same time be flexible, it may change.<\/p>\n\"step\n

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  6. Eat well and stay hydrated.<\/strong><\/big><\/li>\n

    Avoid sugar, caffeine and alcohol as best you can.<\/p>\n\"step\n

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  7. Sleep or rest.<\/strong><\/big><\/li>\n

    Make sure you stay well-rested.<\/p>\n\"step\n

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  8. Socialise.<\/strong><\/big><\/li>\n

    Using an online platform such as Zoom or Skype, Houseparty or Facetime to speak to your friends and loved ones.<\/p>\n\"step\n

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  9. Show compassion.<\/strong><\/big><\/li>\n

    This starts with yourself. Loving yourself and being kind to yourself. Movement through Feldenkrais, Yoga, Meditation or Mindfulness<\/a> are good ways to start.<\/p>\n\"step\n