Common-sense advice and stunning photographs from Cindy Knoke:

Many of us are experiencing emotional distress from the pandemic which can affect each of us in different ways, but often presents as increasing anxiety, worry, sleep disruption, feelings of helplessness, panic, and/or depression.
The shrieking headlines don’t help do they? So what can we do to manage these feelings and feel stronger emotionally and psychologically as we prepare ourselves to face the difficult days ahead?
As a psychotherapist who has practiced for many decades, I have some ideas that can help. So if you are interested, read on.
We are going to make a customized anxiety toolbox. One approach doesn’t work for everyone, pick and choose what feels right for you. Of course I’m including relaxing photos intermixed in this post because looking at positive images is an objective and powerful anxiety reducer. What you perceive influences how you think and feel.
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Thank you Sue. You are such an amazing talent in our incredible community. Take good care & be well.
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A pleasure to share, Cindy.
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Very great posting, Sue! Thank you for sharing.Cant help, but the airings about the pandemic are sounding like some of the apocalyptic Hollywood movies. Stay well, and have a good start into the new week. Michael
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It seems very gloomy at present…
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:-))
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Reblogged this on Ed;s Site..
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Thanksfor sharing, Ed.
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Thanks for sharing this article Sue. I wrote one specifically aimed at children, you might like it, would love to read your thoughts;
https://behaviour101.com/2020/03/20/6-ways-to-help-anxious-children-during-coronavirus/amp/
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Thanks, Barry. Some very useful ideas in there… and not just for children. May I share it here?
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I would be thrilled Sue 😊 Definitely think adults could also benefit.
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I’ll set it up to share, Barry.
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Thanks so much 😊 I appreciate that.
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🙂
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Thanks for sharing & caring. Stay safe my friend ღ
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You too, Cindy.
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Lovely post! Really enjoyed reading it.
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