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Topic Tuesday // Comfort in chaos: Looking after yourself and others during challenging times // Tues 30th June, 7-8.30pm AEST

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Topic Tuesday // Comfort in chaos: Looking after yourself and others during challenging times // Tues 30th June, 7-8.30pm AEST

There has been a fair bit of chaos that has been happening in the world lately. Adapting to isolation, then adapting to the world opening up again has been anxiety-provoking for a lot of people. On top of that, the situation in the US is distressing and news and social media are flooded with constant information and reminders. We wanted to create an event to provide opportunity to connect with one another, focusing on strategies to help keep our own personal-world's positive and safe during this tricky time. Join us on Tuesday the 30th as our 1.5 hour event kicks off at 7pm AEST with the wonderful @Jupiter and Community Guides @frog and @jem80 as co-hosts!

Until our event, check out this great resource from Headspace App, co-founder and former Buddhist monk, Andy Puddicombe, on how to navigate our emotional health during big world events -
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mmjr15l-j8s

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In response to: Topic Tuesday // Comfort in chaos: Looking after yourself and others during challenging times // Tues 30th June, 7-8.30pm AEST

MaggieSenior Contributor30 June 2020, 7:54 pm AEST

Re: Topic Tuesday // Comfort in chaos: Looking after yourself and others during challenging times // Tues 30th June, 7-8.30pm AEST

My little dog is a huge source of comfort. Through it all, she is always reliable, dependable and solid.

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jem80Senior Contributor30 June 2020, 7:54 pm AEST

Re: Topic Tuesday // Comfort in chaos: Looking after yourself and others during challenging times // Tues 30th June, 7-8.30pm AEST

@Shaz51

Thats a lot to take on. Is there anything that you have been able to continue during COVID to help with your self care?

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Shaz51Senior Contributor30 June 2020, 7:54 pm AEST

Re: Topic Tuesday // Comfort in chaos: Looking after yourself and others during challenging times // Tues 30th June, 7-8.30pm AEST

what are some small things that help you regain a sense of control or feeling of comfort?

ammm @Jupiter , @frog , @jem80

1) social interaction on the forum

2) gardening

3) decluttering

4) arts and crafts

5) cooking

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frogSenior Contributor30 June 2020, 7:55 pm AEST

Re: Topic Tuesday // Comfort in chaos: Looking after yourself and others during challenging times // Tues 30th June, 7-8.30pm AEST

@Jupiter @nashy @jem80 @Candydipper1 @Adge @Maggie @Snowie @NatureLover @Everan @Shaz51 @Judi9877 and everyone here

I have doubled down on things that are within my control: meditation, stretching and yoga at home, maintaining what routine I can. I have felt a lot of tension around news and social media because part of me wants to know what’s going on, but then I’m scared, angry and devastated when I find out.

The forum has been a comfort too. There are always people around who are familiar to me, and always good ideas re self care.

Check out Toolbox , Coping-Box , What's-in-your-tool-box for more.

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NatureLoverSenior Contributor30 June 2020, 7:55 pm AEST

Re: Topic Tuesday // Comfort in chaos: Looking after yourself and others during challenging times // Tues 30th June, 7-8.30pm AEST

@Jupiter wrote:
It seems like there is a lot we CAN'T do at the moment. Maybe we can talk about things we CAN do?

When there is a lot of chaos happening in the world it can leave us with a sense that things are out of control. This can be hugely anxiety provoking. I wonder, what are some small things that help you regain a sense of control or feeling of comfort?

I am talking to family members and friends most days, by various methods of communication. That's comforting, and within my control. I'm also limiting how much news I listen to - just the essentials only.

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AdgeSenior Contributor30 June 2020, 7:57 pm AEST

Re: Topic Tuesday // Comfort in chaos: Looking after yourself and others during challenging times // Tues 30th June, 7-8.30pm AEST

I don't like being at home - because I am at home virtually all the time (past few weeks). @Jupiter @Shaz51

I live alone, so there is no conversation (or company here).

The only phone calls are nuisance phone calls - from Telemarketers & Scammers (I get both).

Doing small Tasks & maintenance stuff, one bit at a time - has given me some sense of achievement.

eg Cleaning 2 Aircon Filters (long overdue).

- Climbing into Roof to Renew Rat Baiting - to find that the Rats are Super-intelligent, & had not touched or eaten any of the Bait - despite their Womping (dancing) in the Roof every night...

Adge

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Shaz51Senior Contributor30 June 2020, 7:57 pm AEST

Re: Topic Tuesday // Comfort in chaos: Looking after yourself and others during challenging times // Tues 30th June, 7-8.30pm AEST

that is a good point my friend @jem80

I do need to do more self care for me

@Jupiter

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jem80Senior Contributor30 June 2020, 7:57 pm AEST

Re: Topic Tuesday // Comfort in chaos: Looking after yourself and others during challenging times // Tues 30th June, 7-8.30pm AEST

For me it's about trying keep my routine going. I have found that I'm eating better although I need to do some more rigorous exercise.

Having zoom meetings replace face to face, whilst not the same there is some form of contact so I don't feel as alone.

Creating new hobbies helps.

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SnowieSenior Contributor30 June 2020, 8:01 pm AEST

Re: Topic Tuesday // Comfort in chaos: Looking after yourself and others during challenging times // Tues 30th June, 7-8.30pm AEST

@Jupiter

Some small things I do is take the dog for walks, try to avoid the news and practice more mindfullness.

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JupiterSenior Contributor30 June 2020, 8:01 pm AEST

Re: Topic Tuesday // Comfort in chaos: Looking after yourself and others during challenging times // Tues 30th June, 7-8.30pm AEST

How good are animals @Maggie

That's a great list you've got there @Shaz51 I would love a garden to potter in!

Thanks for sharing those links @frog! Sounds like a great self-care routine, yoga is so good for both the mind and body.

@NatureLover I have also found news and media too much at times and I need to limit how much I access it. Great that you've been connecting with family/friends!

@Adge I also find doing some household chores gives me a sense of achievement - good one

I find doing something nice for someone else helps me too, as it makes me feel like I am contributing something good to the world when things feel bad.

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