Corona-Go! Taking Care of Your Mental Health in Times of Crisis.

‘Coronavirus’ needs no introduction. Since its outbreak, COVID-19 has caused major panic and distress everywhere; especially in business. Inventories have stopped midway, there has been a decrease in sales and customers are afraid to leave the house. The uncertainty and lack of control over the situation is a major triggering factor for anxiety. In these trying times, you must keep a clear head and remain composed, so you can take better care of yourself and your business.

• 1. Take a time-out from all the news intake. Hearing about the pandemic at all times is
  upsetting. Therefore, ensure you take a break from the headlines and social media.

• 2. Get some exercise. This is an important way to take care of your body. Meditate, do
  yoga, stretch, eat good food and get plenty of sleep. Follow a healthy routine.

• 3. Maintain distance, but do not disconnect. Remain in contact with your loved ones. Check-
  in on them regularly.

• 4. Try to get some perspective. Remember that doctors and scientists all over the
  world are working hard to gain more information and to develop a cure for the virus

• 5. Get creative! If your business depends highly on having customers around, find
  innovative ways of reaching out to them in a responsible way.

• 6. Communicate with your clients and customers. Help them understand the steps you have
  taken for a safer, cleaner work environment. Provide them with ways to stay connected. Increase
  your social media presence.

• 7. Start planning for the long term. Once all of this settles down (which it eventually
  will), a proper process would be required for your business to bounce back to normalcy.
• 8. Remind yourself and others to take care of your physical and mental health. Seek
  help if it is difficult for you to manage your worry.