The lock down in an unprecedented incident. Many at this point are struggling to make sense of how to deal with it. Please know that you are not alone in this struggle. With that said, what can be done to make the most of this time? Here are some tips that may help in managing the stress of it: 1. Create a schedule. Instead of trying to fill your day with distractions, try and create a routine. Fix a time to wake up and sleep, eat, bathe. 3. if you are on a work from home set the time when you will be working. 4. If there are things you'd like to do through the day that are important but you are procrastinating, then make a plan each night before you sleep. Make a note of at least one task that you will do and the time for it as well for the next day. This way you will wake up the next day with a purpose which is vital. 5. Try and alter your perspective. While this is not the most ideal, try and make a note of what has been good about this lockdown for you. Try and create a gratitude journal. This will allow you to focus on more positive things instead of mulling over the negative. 6. Keep essentials that you may need but avoid hoarding. 7. Reach out to friends and family. Seek for support by staying in touch with others.

I was very grumpy about having to be home and constantly complained about the situation as well! Something that worked for me was of course ALL of the above mentioned...alongside I also started to tell myself that yeah it might suck being at home and stuff like that but you're actually saving lives by just being home. You're not being asked to do anything, but be home. It might seem like going out is harmless at this point but think of it like a war outside.. Because it really is. So many did venture outside and are actually struggling for their lives today. Hence, just be patient. This too shall pass. Remember, it could always be worse. We're all with you in this!