Our Health & Fitness correspondent, David Fairlamb, shares his tips on how to stay positive during these uncertain times.
These are unprecedented times in our lives, our daily routines have been hugely affected and the uncertainty going forward weighs heavily on our minds.
Processing what has happened the last few weeks and being able to clarify a clear way forward is tough as there are plenty of things out of our control, therefore, we need to focus 100% on the things we can control.
Here are a few areas to start:
Routine
Keeping your body in a routine is critical for you and your children at this time. Your body reacts much better both physically and mentally to consistency, giving you more energy and feeling more alert.
Focus/Tasks
Set yourself daily tasks, this could be as simple as an hour on a jigsaw, reading or clearing out cupboards. Set yourself a few days of tasks to keep your routine going.
Positive minds
Negativity at any time can bring you down, but in these extraordinary times we are surrounded by it. You all need to work hard to stay positive and find something to focus on in order to keep up beat, especially around your kids.
Exercise
Its a must, for you and all the family. The government know the massive benefits of exercise for that feel good boost and mental wellbeing, otherwise we would be in total lock down. Use this time to start, improve or change your existing training regimes for your own and families benefit.
Positive influences
Look for influences that can keep you upbeat, look to that someone who inspires you who may give you that extra positive mental boost that will immediately improve your day. It may not be a person, it may be a film, article or you tube clip. This could be your go to thing at certain times in the coming weeks.
Music
We all have our favourite music or power song that can help pick you up, ideal to play and help you at any time!
Laughing
Making each other laugh, keeping the mood light and trying to make the best of any situation is the way forward. There is unlimited comedy on TV and social media, have a good laugh, everyone needs that in their daily life.
Make a call
Connect with someone who may need you or would appreciate hearing your voice. At times like this you realise how precious your loved ones are. Keeping daily contact going, will make them and of course you, feel good .
Help others
Take this opportunity to do what you can for others, if we all try to do our bit we can have a big positive impact on other peoples lives.
Stay safe and keep positive.
