How to Be Kind to Yourself Right Now

Quarantine fatigue and mental health impacts are real; here's advice on how to cope.

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Healthy Eating   Dear Verywell readers,   As we pass the two-month mark of social distancing, many of us are emotionally and physically drained from what experts have labeled "quarantine fatigue." While many states have started to re-open, we are nowhere near a normal routine. Here is advice from one of our experts on how to cope with these feelings so that we can all stay safe.   If working out or eating well is just plain hard right now, don't beat yourself up. This article explains why this is totally natural including important advice on how to be kind to yourself right now, including:   "Rather than focusing on the weight you've gained or the calories you didn't burn, center your attention on the gratitude you feel for your health. Tell yourself, 'This situation is scary, but it's temporary, and I'm handling it the best I can.'"   In times of stress, I've personally found a lot of comfort in keeping a gratitude journal. Nothing fancy, just writing down a few things each day that remind me of what's good in life – my son, my health, a good batch of banana muffins, anything big or small. Do you have a habit or practice that has helped you get through? We'd love to hear about it.   Have a safe week,   Rachel Berman, RD   General Manager, Verywell   Quarantine Fatigue is Real: Here's How to Cope READ NOW Kick off Your Workout With a New Move: Compassion READ NOW  › How to Maintain a Gratitude Journal for Stress Relief READ NOW  › It's OK to Laugh—Humor Can Ease the Stress of COVID-19 READ NOW  › Recipe: Apple Walnut Muffins READ NOW  › EDITOR'S PICK OF THE WEEK 10 Best Healthy Foods to Buy in Bulk READ NOW  › Get Delicious Recipes Delivered to Your Inbox ONE-TAP SIGN UP  › RECIPES OF THE WEEK Spicy Orange Chicken That's Better Than Take-Out READ NOW  › Easy Slow Cooker Pinto Beans READ NOW  › A Healthy Asian Stir-Fry READ NOW  › Flourless Blackbean Brownies READ NOW  › You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Healthy Eating newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here. A DOTDASH BRAND 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2020 Verywellhealth.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy