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Day 1
Whenever we can, let’s get outdoors. Let’s be gentle on ourselves. Our bodies are getting used to this new rhythm and we may find ourselves a bit out of kilter. -
Day 2
Sit on the step at the backdoor or near a window with your favourite beverage and just do nothing. Learning a poem every day is a good way to benefit from this enforced 'downtime'. -
Day 3
Let's just remind ourselves again that we need to wash our hands frequently during the day. Let's be sure to keep up the hand washing. Our hands work so hard for us every day; so, use your best moisturiser and thank them daily for all the work they do. Let's (where it's possible) open all the doors and windows and fill our homes with wonderful fresh air. -
Day 4
You could start in your neighbourhood a (socially-distanced) choir, some exercise routines, or some dancing - everyone in their own space, safely away from each other but able to see and hear each other. Get back on the Yoga Mat, dig deep in memory for those exercises you learnt before you became self-isolated, and start afresh today if you feel a few pounds are sneaking back on. -
Day 5
Take a few minutes peace and quiet somewhere. The bathroom will do, or the garden shed. Breathe a few slow deep breathes. Feel the stress fall away. When we are stressed, our thinking isn't clear and we need clear heads to cope just now. Take a moment to bring to mind a time, a moment, when you felt that sense of expansion, that sense that, 'it's all ok' and just stay there for a moment in that expanded space and notice you are not feeling so overwhelmed any more. Happy !st May! -
Day 6
Grab a pillow and vent your frustrations into it could help youfeel a bit better. Wear the lighter, brighter colours at the moment – pale pinks, blues, and greens can be soothing and calming to us and to those around us. An A4 notebook and a pen, preferable a fountain pen, is all you need to start journaling. It's for your eyes only, so keep it safe and private and you can just let the steam off onto the page. -
Day 7
Give yourself a Gold Star. You are doing incredibly well under very difficult circumstances. You are doing the best that you can do. Phone a Friend. Mary, with whom you were very friendly but with whom you haven't spoken for a long time, and whose number is still in your phone. Or John, who always gave you a smile during school breaks. Give them a call today; they may be very glad to hear from you. There are plenty of courses on line, no excuses now!