Self-Care Tips During COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has created unprecedented challenges, but prioritizing your well-being is more important than ever. We understand the struggles of maintaining a healthy lifestyle amid lockdowns and social distancing, and we've compiled essential self-care tips to help you navigate these uncertain times.

How can I practice self-care during the pandemic?

You can practice self-care by maintaining a routine, trying a new hobby, and making time for communication with loved ones. It’s also important to get outside for a walk or redecorate your living space to combat cabin fever.

The tips above are just a starting point. There's so much more to explore about building resilience and finding peace during these challenging times. Keep reading to discover more valuable strategies for your mental and physical health.

What are the best self-care tips for coping with the effects of COVID-19?

The pandemic has affected everyone’s lives in a number of ways, and the stress, change, and worry it has caused can take a toll on anyone’s mental, physical, and emotional health. Especially during these unsure times, it is important to prioritize one’s health and self-care practices to keep a healthy, positive outlook.

COVID-19 has caused many people to overhaul their lifestyles, as gyms may be closed, communities are unable to meet, and even some congregations and religious groups are having to find new ways to get together and worship.

However, there are still options to maintain a healthy lifestyle even during quarantine or under social distancing guidelines, and daily use of self-care tips during COVID-19 can help create a more productive day, even in a COVID-19 world.

Self-Care Tips During COVID-19: Overcoming Cabin Fever

Feeling trapped in one’s house is a common feeling. However, it is still possible to find ways to get out while still social distancing. Going on a walk, jog, or hike are all common ways for an individual to feel the fresh air and get their bodies moving. Redecorating or rearranging furniture inside the home can also introduce a refreshed feeling to one’s living space, helping to combat cabin fever. 

Maintain a Routine

Even while stuck at home, it is important to keep a morning alarm and to have a daily hygiene routine. Getting out of one’s pajamas, taking a shower, and feeling fresh can go a long way for a person’s mental health, and can help each individual start the day off right. These routines can also help a person further structure their days, allowing them to dedicate time for both their work-from-home responsibilities, as well as their self-care. 

Trying a New Hobby

Picking up new hobbies can be difficult, and can come with a large learning curve. However, trying new hobbies can also be a way to fill up a lot of one’s time, and can help a person embrace the changes going on in the world.

Art and cinema therapy excel during this time and even have online communities built around their analysis to help a person remain social. Even doing puzzles, playing video games or board games, or even learning crafts like woodworking can all provide important stimuli.

These new hobbies can be incredibly beneficial in addressing feelings of “lost time” due to the coronavirus as a person learns new skills or explores new communities during this time. Having a project or new hobby can continuously reinforce feelings of progress and success each day. 

Make Time for Communication

Staying connected may be difficult during these times, as families have difficulty seeing each other in person, but there are ways to address this loss of social connection. Emails, text messages, phone calls, and video chat programs are all paramount for staying connected with others.

Having a weekly schedule to call loved ones, or even a weekend video call at a set time can add consistency and help a person fulfill some of their social needs. Seeing others, even through a screen, can break down feelings of isolation. 

Self-care is more important than ever during this time and is necessary to combat feelings of anxiety or depression that may accompany such changes in your lifestyle. While quarantine can make life feel stagnant, self-care is a way to keep refreshed through such difficult times.

It is important to acknowledge that all of this change is a lot to cope with. Self-care isn’t about pretending that there are no problems, but rather finding new ways to cope with the present stressors, making self-care essential for dealing with the continued effects of COVID-19. 

Frequently Asked Questions:

• How can I overcome cabin fever during quarantine?

You can overcome cabin fever by getting outside for a walk, jog, or hike while still social distancing. Rearranging or redecorating your home can also help refresh your living space.

• Why is it important to maintain a routine during quarantine?

Maintaining a routine, such as setting a morning alarm and a hygiene schedule, can greatly benefit your mental health. It helps you structure your day and dedicate time to both work and self-care.

• What are some new hobbies I can try during the pandemic?

You can try new hobbies like art, cinema therapy, puzzles, video games, board games, or crafts like woodworking. These can

provide important stimulation and a sense of progress.

• How can I stay connected with others while social distancing?

You can stay connected by using emails, text messages, phone calls, and video chat programs. Setting up a weekly call or video chat with loved ones can help break feelings of isolation.

• Is self-care about pretending everything is fine?

No, self-care isn't about ignoring problems. It's about finding new ways to cope with the stress and changes caused by the pandemic, which is essential for your well-being.

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When the challenges of the pandemic feel overwhelming, remember you're not alone. Here at Chateau Health and Wellness Treatment Center, we are committed to providing a safe and supportive environment where you can prioritize your mental and physical well-being. Our dedicated team understands the unique stressors you're facing, and we offer personalized care designed to help you regain a sense of balance and control. We believe that together, we can navigate these uncertain times and build a healthier, more positive future. If you or a loved one is struggling, please don't hesitate to reach out. Call us today at (435) 222-5225; we're here to help you take the first step toward lasting wellness.

About The Author

Ben Pearson, LCSW, Clinical Director

Ben Pearson, LCSW - Clinical Director

With 19 years of experience, Ben Pearson specializes in adolescent and family therapy, de-escalation, and high-risk interventions. As a former Clinical Director of an intensive outpatient program, he played a key role in clinical interventions and group therapy. With 15+ years in wilderness treatment and over a decade as a clinician, Ben has helped countless individuals and families navigate mental health and recovery challenges.

Danny Warner, CEO

Danny Warner, CEO of Chateau Health and Wellness

Brings a wealth of experience in business operations, strategic alliances, and turnaround management, with prior leadership roles at Mediconnect Global, Klever Marketing, and WO Investing, Inc. A graduate of Brigham Young University in Economics and History, Danny has a proven track record of delivering results across diverse industries. His most transformative role, however, was as a trail walker and counselor for troubled teens at the Anasazi Foundation, where he directly impacted young lives, a personal commitment to transformation that now drives his leadership at Chateau.

Austin Pederson, Executive Director

Austin Pederson, Executive Director of Chateau Health and Wellness

Brings over eight years of experience revolutionizing mental health and substance abuse treatment through compassionate care and innovative business strategies. Inspired by his own recovery journey, Austin has developed impactful programs tailored to individuals facing trauma and stress while fostering comprehensive support systems that prioritize holistic wellness. His empathetic leadership extends to educating and assisting families, ensuring lasting recovery for clients and their loved ones.