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Coronavirus has taken over the world – literally. Gone are the days where we could stroll through a shopping center or walk to the local park without having to fear the dreaded COVID-19, or the police-enforced isolation rules that are in place. The world has changed so rapidly in such a short amount of time, which can make it a little hard to cope. Here are our top tips and tricks to help save your sanity through this trying time in human history.

1. Don’t panic!

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It is easy to panic whilst living in a global pandemic, but this will only increase your negative feelings about the situation. When there is nothing you can do but follow the instructions of the government – for everyone’s sake, follow the instructions of the government!!! – just do your best to remain calm and focus on the situations that you can control. Keep your family at home as much as possible and limit your contact with the outside world.

Stay informed

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It is essential to stay up to date with the information being provided to the world, as it is changing by the hour. There are many valid news sources, such as the World Health Organization or your own countries’ governmental sites and press conferences but be very vary when it comes to social media and other news outlets. These unverified news sources can spread information that is not factual and create mass panic where it is not needed.

Don’t be a hoarder

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We understand that in order to follow the social distancing rules put in place by the government, you want to stay away from the grocery store as much as possible. While this is completely understandable, that does not give anyone the right to stockpile essential items, so the rest of the community suffers as a result. The world has not shut down completely and production is ongoing, so you will not miss out by limiting your purchases!

Stay in touch

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While we cannot communicate in person with our family and friends, it is essential for everyone’s mental health to stay in touch and live your life as normal as possible. There are countless technological mediums for face-to-face communication in today’s society, so teach everyone how to get online and play some games together online!

Make the most of your free time

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In response to the global pandemic, many licensed educational facilities are offering completely free online courses to help people upskill themselves during this time of isolation. If academics is not your thing, why not do something you’ve always wanted to do, like learning to draw or play an instrument or braid hair? The list is endless and with an internet connection and all the time in the world, put down the remote and learn something new!

Keep looking ahead

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While the prospect of remaining isolated for an extended amount of time is daunting, remember, this too shall pass. Look towards the future, make plans on what you will do when this is over, and take this opportunity to reprioritize your life.