Providing care for others during a pandemic can lead to stress, anxiety, burnout, frustration, and other strong emotions. How you cope can affect you and the well-being of those you care for.
Coping Tips
- Talk openly about job stress
- Recognize you are doing the best you can with the information and resources you have available to you
- Keep a consistent daily routine
- Take time for self-care
- Take a break
- Spend time outdoors
- Address alcohol or other substance misuse
- Engage in mindfulness, breathing exercises, meditation, prayer or other activities that soothe your spirit
- Reach out to your provider or mental health support professional
Do you Recognize Stress Symptoms You May Be Experiencing?
- Feeling exhausted or overwhelmed
- Lacking motivation
- Burnout
- Alienation from work-related activities
- Sadness or feeling depressed
- Nervous, anxious, fearful, or feelings of uncertainty
- Trouble sleeping or concentrating
- Feeling helpless or powerless
- Irritation, anger, or denial
