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COVID19 - Unpacking fact vs fiction! + Self Care Strategies

COVID19 - Unpacking fact vs fiction! + Self Care Strategies

Hey everyone, just wanted to touch base and acknowledge that while we continue to learn new information about the coronavirus (COVID-19) it's important for us to look after ourselves and one another. I am keen to do a small post where we can share our thoughts and maybe reflect on what is true verse what has been potentially inflated by the media.

To kick off, here is the primary link to all information on this virus. For a more legible understanding I would also suggest checking out this article here.

Whilst it's a good idea for us to stay aware of any new government updates and make sure we're getting the right facts, it's also important for us to be aware of how this information impacts our own well-being.



Perhaps you might be feeling more anxious or worried during this time. If you are, please know that you're not alone. Keep reaching out of the forum community and supporting one another, right in this thread if you like 🙂

Our media consumption and how we choose to engage with these outlets will have a huge impact on our emotional wellbeing right now. I want to note some positive forms of media consumption you can check out. Have a look at the below..

Good News Network [click here]

Positive.news [click here]

Huff Post - Good News [click here]

What are some positive news sources or websites you find really helpful?

Final up - Physical distancing! Many of us will need to stay home and look after ourselves for a few weeks while the virus slowly begins to contain. What are your favourite things to do at home? Some of the other forum members may enjoy your ideas 😄

@Former-Members favourites are:

  • the Netflix show the circle (trashy but good)
  • Current Book: Abbi Jacobsen, "I might regret this"
  • Creative: Currently learning blues picking on guitar 🎸

Feel free to share your own home hobbies with the crew.
Will check back in here soon, but look forward to further discussion and ideas on how to manage during this time 🙂

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Re: COVID19 - Unpacking fact vs fiction! + Self Care Strategies

Try to see what usual things are still happening. The postie still delivers, the garbo still empty the bins, even centrelink is still happening (just). Everyone is stressed. I talked to my doctor today and said I was still a bit paranoid, but everyone else is too so that is normal now! We have to continue with the belief that we will get though this, its the best way to move forward and look for opportunities to still have a life regardless of the changes happening.

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Re: COVID19 - Unpacking fact vs fiction! + Self Care Strategies

Hello Everyone,

I'm only coming back to the forum now because I was very unwell and hospitalised. I had my first win today. I managed to go shopping and faced my fears, with a lot of help from my medical team and Sane, but in the end I did it myself. I celebrate that tonight. Taking it minute by minute. Baby steps.

We are all in this together and we will be able to make positive changes.

Hope you are all keeping well and safe. Thinking of you.

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Re: COVID19 - Unpacking fact vs fiction! + Self Care Strategies

💖 @Former-Member .....

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Re: COVID19 - Unpacking fact vs fiction! + Self Care Strategies

🙂 How are you @Faith-and-Hope

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Re: COVID19 - Unpacking fact vs fiction! + Self Care Strategies

Life is full of big ups and downs for me @Former-Member ..... a lot has happened in recent months. WH and I are now separated and he re-partnered before he left, placing my most vulnerable adult child in the middle of that new relationship before I even knew it was there ...... He has time with her in his new home, which is in our same housing complex, but he is not self-isolating around her even though she has lower immunity ..... it's a real concern for me, and her siblings, at the moment.

I am gritting my teeth and hoping she remains safe.

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Re: COVID19 - Unpacking fact vs fiction! + Self Care Strategies

Too true @Former-Member we are all in this together

@Faith-and-Hope I really hope things begin to settle, understandable you'd be super concerned with the lower immunity, keep us updated on her and remember all of your supports if you need to debrief at all.

Just an update for everyone reading along @Mex @Mex @Define_normal and others we have a new forums blog on how to connect with the virtual world during COVID19, feel free to read along here. And comment too if you like! We hope it helps.

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Re: COVID19 - Unpacking fact vs fiction! + Self Care Strategies

Thanks @Former-Member 🙏

💕 @Former-Member

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Re: COVID19 - Unpacking fact vs fiction! + Self Care Strategies

Dear @Faith-and-Hope

I am so sad to read what has been happening to you and about your concern for your children. It must be so tough for you to get through this. Please keep us updated and reach out xoxo

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Re: COVID19 - Unpacking fact vs fiction! + Self Care Strategies

I don't k is how much more I can take about this virus.
watching 60 mins tonight and they're saying if you're obese xnd get sick you are at a very greater risk of getting it wirse. And you could suffer long term respiratory problems for life.
I'm classified obese and I'm really panicking. I'm very very anxious.
I can't hear it again. I'm fearing a lot right now.

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Re: COVID19 - Unpacking fact vs fiction! + Self Care Strategies

It's an American one so change CDC for health and safety recommendations.
I liked it. It helped to read.

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