I don’t know who needs to hear this at this moment, but, yes, you are doing this right. There is no formulaic approach on how to approach our actions, feelings, duties, responsibilities or interactions during this unsettling period in human history. The rule book for dealing with the constant fluctuation of thoughts, emotions and personal circumstances that have continually tested us as individuals and as a community over the last several weeks.

Coloring is not just for kids anymore! If you are looking for a way to be mindful, I recommend trying adult coloring. The pages are detailed and require a lot of focus to complete. That focus helps your mind slow down and stay on task. And, it’s been found to reduce stress and relieve anxiety.

A great activity for the whole family is grabbing good old fashioned chalk to decorate the driveway. There are so many possibilities with a box of chalk.

My morning and evening walks are often preoccupying. I find that as I walk mind races with negative thoughts about what is happening with Covid-19. Listening to podcasts helps to distract though worrisome thoughts. One of my favorite discoveries is the Happiness Lab.