17/03/2020
Here's a message from our friend and advisor Birdy.
Hey TCP family ☺️
As we all know, the world is currently going through some challenging times and a lot of people have to self-isolate due to the Coronavirus. Glenn asked me to put a couple of helpful coping strategies together to help you get through these times. Not every advice is suitable for everyone, so maybe just pick a few that you want to implement or take to heart.
Also, please post below what you are doing that you find helpful to cope.
How to stay resilient and take good care of yourself and your community during such challenging times:
🌟 Keep in mind that emotions are contagious, which means you have a choice in what you want to support and strengthen. So, if you have the awareness, choose kindness, compassion, patience and gratitude over low vibrational emotions such panic, anger or greed. For instance, a smile, a phone call, a heartfelt thank you, offering help to more vulnerable people, a supportive message or just not reacting to your environment can go a long way. Decide who you want to be in these times and what you want to stand for.
🌟 Instead of fighting or begrudging the reality of the Coronavirus, accept it and maybe you can even see it as an opportunity. I totally understand that this is very difficult to do, especially if your financial security and livelihood is attached to it. However, the reality won’t change. So why not see it as an opportunity for self-development and resilience building? I know times like these are not gentle teachers and can be very overwhelming and scary. But instead of drowning in these states of mind, use it to your advantage. It’s time for bravery and courage.
Here are some ideas:
Doing online courses from your favourite trainers, learn a new skill, start healthy habits, read a book that you haven’t had the time to read, learn to meditate, write a letter to someone you love, get on top of your admin work, develop your business, give your body and mind a proper rest so you are ready when it is over, spend time and be present with your loved ones, train your own dogs instead of your client dogs, etc.
🌟 Be mindful that your own and other people’s stress levels are higher than normal. So, give people the benefit of the doubt, stay kind and gentle with yourself and others, and use grounding strategies to help you navigate life (e.g. “Drop your anchor”, mindfulness, being outside in nature). Especially social media is a bit of a minefield at the moment, so be aware of this and be mindful where you put your energy.
🌟 Try to stay away from unhelpful coping behaviours (excessive binging on alcohol, smoking, eating, TV, social media, etc.) and try to engage behaviours that are nurturing and wholesome. If you are close to burn out, this is an excellent opportunity to fill up your tank and get some spoons back into your life.
🌟 Make a list of people you can reach out to and follow up with a phone call, video chat, or email. Don’t hesitate to ask for professional support (e.g. therapist, coach, doctor).
🌟 Reach out and see how you can assist others who are isolated or home bound.
🌟 Keep in mind that this shall pass too.
Let’s bring the best out of each other in the TCP family! Feel free to share this post and don’t forget to comment below with strategies that you have found helpful.
Sending you all a lot of love and strength! ❤️ We’ve got this.
Birdy
