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Five Ways to Deal With Self-Isolation

Coping with COVID-19
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Robert Rient:
Born in Szklarska Poręba, Poland. A journalist and writer.

It is possible to go through the various COVID-19 restrictions in an unhealthy survival mode. I, however, would like to recommend another perspective; five of them, to be precise. All tips and solutions listed below were tested on humans, including the author’s loved ones. The results were impressively positive, at least most of the time.

Don’t trust anxiety

It’s my first instinct. Anxiety emerges, and I think: Oh hello there, my old friend, here you are again to spin your yarn. I listen to its scary tales, and I don’t believe or trust it. At all. I treat it just like the news or a fantasy movie. But if it doesn’t work and my fear keeps on taking intimidating poses, I change my strategy. I know very well that when ignored, anxiety likes to jump on your back and dig its claws deep into your forehead. I treat recurring fears just as I would approach a child. With respect,

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Robert Rient:
Born in Szklarska Poręba, Poland. A journalist and writer.
Translation: Aga Zano
Publish date: 15.04.2020

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used be an editor of the Culture & Society section. She is a writer and journalist focusing on global development.

You are stuck at home. The potatoes, groats and onions are all bought. You have oceans of time, so… read! Here are 10 books to help you extract a little sense and joy from quarantine.

Reading is soothing and transports us to other worlds. It engages the mind, reinvigorating the numerous connections between our neurones. It relaxes and brings happiness. A book is a good friend during times of stress, insecurity and feelings of isolation. You can take it as an e-book, order it online with delivery to an automated parcel locker and, if it’s a classic, it’s probably on your shelves already.

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