Mindset and Strategy - Coping in a Crisis
So coping in a crisis.
It’s important that we all do our bit. Play our part in being part of the solution and not the problem.
So COVID-19 - Some Wise Words - Mindset and Strategy - Coping in a Crisis
Okay for those of you who have been listening to The Skill Stack Podcast for a while you will know that I am very keen on mindset.
In fact The Skill Stack starts with 12 modules on mindset then 12 modules on training then 12 models on strategy and how to put the training into practice.
So let’s get into some things to help you cope and some ways to quickly implement these coping mechanisms.
The way we feel at the best of times is triggered by outside events.
And that can and does change how we act.
And the way we act can then reinforce how we feel. It’s a spiral that we need to watch out for and break out of.
You cannot control the situation but you can control your reaction.
What will you learn today? Who will you teach?
Here is what I’m going to teach. Coping in a Crisis.
So here we go: 22 Tips for Coping in a Crisis;
1. Don’t Panic – Breathe. Stay Calm.
2. Reactions – Everyone reacts differently
3. Right Now Is the Worst Part
4. There will be Good Parts
5. Routine – Establish one early and stick to it.
6. Meals – Take the time to prepare them
7. Privacy – Let each person have their own space
8. Exercise - regardless of age – do it
9. Drink – Alcohol, tea, water – everything in moderation
10. Stocking Up – Food yes but don't forget things like lightbulbs, toothpaste, toothbrushes and washing power.
11. Transport- Bicycles are best
12.Connect - Keep in touch with people.
13.Help For Others - Help friends and your local community.
14.Medicine – have the basics to hand
15.Arrange Help for You. Ask for it if you need it - there are no prizes for suffering in silence. www.Mindstore.com is brilliant and start to follow Jack Black Mindstore on Facebook for some great tips, advice and videos on mental health.
16.Restrict Social Media Time
17.Limit Your News Exposure
18.Expect More Change
19.Small things can make a big difference
20.Sense of Humour – Don’t lose it and seek it out where you can.
21.Underlying problems don’t go away.
22.One Day This Will Be Over
The main thing is, be kind to yourself and others. You’re feeling anxious and stressed, that’s millions of years of evolution and is a coping mechanism.
This time though, you are not alone in this crisis. You are not alone in feeling this way…millions of others are as well…but millions of others are also working to fix things on your behalf.
You need to do your bit. You need to ensure that you are part of the solution and not part of the problem.
Remember that running away from your problems is a race you will never win.
And if you do one thing…just one thing…of all the things listed in this episode….make it that you prepare a routine. Write it out. Follow it. Make sure others in your family follow one as well.
Put up little post-it notes around your house with the routine and the timings on it and follow it to the letter.