This can be tough. The Covid is here to stay. It is like the common cold. In fact the mortality rate is now below that of the flu. I’d not worry about it. Wear a mask if you want can only help you. But this virus is with us for good. Shutting down doesn’t do anything but delay the virus. I’m managing but looking at the numbers and trying to balance reality with common sense. I’m not too afraid of the virus as the politicians that seized power and removed our rights.

I understand. When the pandemic first started in March, I cried a little every day. I was so afraid of catching it and dying.

What suggestions has your doctor or therapist said to you?

Read up about how to protect yourself when you are out. Masks for sure, gloves maybe. And please do get out, at least for a walk around your block, as exercise daily is not only proven to lift depression and anxiety, but you get the added benefit of losing a few pounds as well :)

We'll get through this! I am hopeful they will have a vaccine by year's end. Don't let this virus beat you!! I am just living as best I can, while being cautious of course. I now go out quite a bit during the day to get food, meds, etc. And I live in a hot spot city and I am high risk.

The pandemic can be stressful, but it is important to remember that pandemics are a reoccurring event. We have made it past Ebola, the Black Plague, Small Pox and other such pandemics and today we have a lot more technology. We will make it through this pandemic as well. They are on the brink of finding a vaccine. Look at other Countries in which the pandemic is lessening. We will get there too. Four months is nothing, just give it a little more time.

While your waiting, text, email and zoom friends and family. Do activities at home that you enjoy. Schedule daily activities to keep yourself distracted. Start something new and challenging, read a new book, cook new foods, etc. you are not alone. Come back to DS often and read posts and tips. Best wishes.