Thriving Despite the Pandemic: 6 Tips for Daily Life

Hello Spring! And hello to all of you. Here is another helpful post to help you enjoy and prosper even as the pandemic stays with us. Thank you once again, April Meyers for putting this blog post together. -Sandy

Many life-altering moments have happened, thanks to the coronavirus. The pandemic and the accompanying recession have had a significant impact, but whatever challenges you’re facing, there are solutions to help you overcome. Check out these six strategies for thriving despite pandemic conditions, put together by April Meyers of www.mindbodyhealthsolution.com and presented by Sandy Parsons.

1. Approach Career Changes from a Healthy Perspective

Getting let go from a job may feel like the end of the world. Similarly, starting on a new professional path can also feel daunting, especially if you’re navigating the world of telecommuting. But the good news is that millions of other workers are in the same boat. Even with a gap on your resume, you’ll find that a positive, can-do attitude goes a long way toward securing and succeeding in whatever field you find yourself in. Work on building your remote work skills and keep an eye out for potential opportunities while making ends meet.

Alternatively, if you’ve ever had entrepreneurial dreams, now could be a great time to pursue them, and you could even run your business from home. You’d be in good company — of the 30 million small businesses in the United States, about half of them are home-based. Think about your passions and skill sets along with what opportunities exist in the market. Are you knowledgeable about a subject that would make a great podcast where you could charge for advertising? Could you consult other businesses based on your career background? Are you a skilled artisan? Any of these are viable options for earning income. Whatever path you choose, it’s wise to create an LLC, or limited liability company, to protect your personal assets and enjoy tax benefits in your new venture. The register LLC in Georgia process is relatively straightforward and requires minimal paperwork, and you can save time and money by using an online formation service rather than hiring a lawyer to establish your business entity.

2. Smooth Transitions with Set Routines

While returning home at the end of the day used to signal relaxation time, being home all day may now mean complete chaos at all hours. To streamline your family’s activities at home — from work to school to recreation — establish a routine for the entire household. Whether that means working in the evenings once your kids are offline or banishing technology before breakfast, set up a routine that works for your family.

3. Establish Guidelines for Daily Activities

With everyone circulating throughout the house, you’ll likely encounter arguments between siblings, messes in every room, and the occasional hangry teen rummaging through the fridge. Head off some of these issues by setting guidelines for your activities each day. Keeping family mealtimes, for example, avoids unhealthy snacking and affords everyone an opportunity for reconnection. Setting aside time for you and your partner alone can help you learn about your relationship. Therapy and counseling — whether individually or as a couple — can also help you move forward together.

4. Ease Tension with a Home Refresh

Being stuck at home with your family has likely resulted in meaningful connections and enjoyable moments. But it may also lead to complaints, arguments, and overly critical judgments, in some cases. To help welcome positivity back into your household, give it a refresh by nixing negative energy. Declutter each living area, do a deep-clean to banish germs, and circulate fresh air. You’ll soon find that your family notices the positive changes and responds in kind.

5. Give Yourself a Break

Though social distancing has thrown a wrench in your recreation opportunities, it also offers solutions to problems that busy families have often experienced. For one thing, grocery pickup and delivery have made life simpler for households that don’t have the time or patience for hours-long shopping trips. Give yourself permission to take the simpler route when it comes to things like grocery shopping and meal prep. While snacking on junk food isn’t a healthy habit, ordering contactless takeout every so often can be a welcome distraction from other challenges of pandemic living.

6. Keep Moving Wherever You Can

With many gyms closed and people aiming to stay six feet part, it may be challenging to stay active. At the same time, it’s more important than ever to fit exercise into your daily life. Physical activity helps you burn calories and stay fit, but it also helps eliminate stress, notes Verywell Mind. Whether you’re running up and down the stairs, setting up a home gym in your spare bedroom, or going for outdoor walks each day, any amount of activity is better than none.

There’s no magic solution for surviving the pandemic with your health, sanity, and bank account intact. But with these solutions, adapting to daily living despite COVID-19 restrictions and impacts is a bit easier.

Photo via Unsplash