important for resilience

Trying to do something

rather than doing nothing

is extremely important for resilience.

This is a real opportunity,

and we need to recognise it as such.

And don’t forget that coronavirus

isn’t the only thing that’s contagious:

happiness is contagious too,

as well as fear.

If you go outside,

smile at people.

Be really friendly.

It can and will make a huge difference.

 Don’t get sucked into

a continual stream of news:

decide at what points in the day

you’re going to update yourself.

Think about who you need to in touch with,

who you need to support –

both in your immediate family,

and the community around you.

Powerlessness doesn’t make people happy,

but taking control

–

even in chaotic circumstances like a pandemic

–

goes a long way to help us cope.