How to properly manage emotions during a state of emergency

We are going through a new period, and even though it has many implications
unpleasant, it depends on us how and to what extent we let the information and
events affect us, how we control overwhelming emotions, and how
we take care not only to not get sick, but especially, how we maintain our health
physical and mental.

Experts in
psychology, physiology, and behavioral medicine support, through studies
corroborate by the last 30 years, that there is a link between the experience
emotional and health status, especially regarding the effect of states
negative emotions on the body. As a result, negative feelings
fear, sadness, anger, anxiety, felt intensely and
repeat, can influence by amplifying some symptoms or hindering
recovery.

And because we have
Since we really need to know how to maintain a positive emotional state, we turned to
Psychologist's Suggestions Gabriela Maalouf.

1.
How do we
How do we maintain optimism and avoid falling into depression during this period of isolation?

  The most important thing is to stay
grounded in reality, no matter how difficult or unpleasant it is sometimes. In
Instead of denying something we don't like, we can do our best to see the good side.
of any situation, even if at first we can't see a thing. The simple effort
The ability to see something positive—an opportunity—in an unpleasant situation keeps us
It keeps our minds active and boosts our optimism. Let's talk to at least one person a day,
in reality or by phone, it also helps us in releasing emotions and
avoiding depression. I also advise those around the person
with a predisposition to depression, to be attentive and to jump in to help. Sometimes,
people experience such great sadness that they no longer find the strength to
wax help.

2.
It is true that pessimism
does it affect health? Are we more vulnerable to diseases if
Are we thinking negatively?

Psychosomatics is
an undisputed branch of psychology. And to give a concrete example: back then
When we experience feelings of anger or fear, cortisol is released in the body
or the stress hormone. So it's clear that our feelings and thoughts
affects health to our body.  

3.
How do we manage
feelings of anxiety and fear?

There are many
many relaxation, breathing, or meditation techniques that helps us overcome
critical moments. However, when it comes to anxiety or a panic attack,
I recommend that we seek the help of a specialist to assist us in
in this sense.

4               4. What activities do we
Am grijă de mine mental și fizic în această perioadă?

Exercises
physically, guided meditation, which can be found on YouTube, by simply searching: guided
Meditation for…sleep, anxiety, peace, etc. We also find exercises online
of yoga, relaxation, breathing. But keeping in mind that we are going through a period
difficult, not only emotionally but also financially, I recommend to
We're forming support groups where we can share our problems.. I think that in this
There are people who are unable to meet their basic needs during this period, and so they will
we needed the rest of us to support them, really.  

5.           5. What recommendations
You have this for people who live alone, so they don't feel lonely and so that
get through this period more easily?

First of all,
it is essential that they are not ashamed to say what problems and what needs they have. Maybe they have
They just need to talk to someone—maybe they're out of food; anything is possible.
I recommend we shed our shame and ask for help online, in
community! 

After the explanations
Gabriela, all we can do is suggest that you also convey this to those close to you.
to do more activities that they enjoy, that make them happy (and that
they don't bother those around them), because optimism, confidence, joy, and
Goodwill are emotional states that influence them in a beneficial way.
health.

Don't forget to share your opinion
experts on connectivity: human connections cushion the effects
stress and improve the condition of the sick, so it's good to keep in touch
by phone or video call with loved ones.

It is important to note that an approach
A positive, optimistic outlook on the situation changes your physical state, helping you to
transmitting positivity to those around us and motivates us to continue with
Trust all activities, from a single dimension: that of Home.

#EverythingWillBeOkay