Here's How To Take Care Of Your Mental Health During Lockdown
Here are some tips that have resonated from discussions I have held with academic leaders and students about responding to COVID-19: Manage your expectations This is unlikely to be the writer’s retreat that you have long dreamt of. The suggestion that periods of quarantine might bring unprecedented productivity implies we should raise the bar, rather than lower it. Do not underestimate the cognitive and emotional load that this pandemic brings, or the impact it will have on your productivity, at least in the short term. Difficulty concentrating, low motivation and a state of distraction are to be expected. Adaptation will take time. Go easy on yourself. As we settle into this new rhythm of remote work and isolation, we need to be realistic in the goals we set, both for ourselves and others in our charge. Proactively manage your stress threshold Try to lay a solid foundation for your mental health and well-being by prioritizing your sleep, and practise good sleep hygiene (fo