A pandemic is a very stressful event for individuals and communities. It’s normal to feel some stress and anxiety. It’s also very common for people to display great resilience during times of crisis. We should remember that this is absolutely the time to lean on each other. Even if we can’t be close physically, we need to stay close emotionally. So, while you’re staying in, stay in touch with each other, and reach out if you need support.
Those who are self-employed face additional risks. There is no employment insurance to fall back on and often few surplus financial resources to sustain cashflow. Fortunately, they may have a home office in which they are already set up and should be in the habit of working alone and online.
The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) has put together some resources and suggestions to help support your mental health at this time of uncertainty. We encourage you to share this page.
They will be updating it regularly, please check back for new resources.
– © CMHA | https://cmha.ca/news/covid-19-and-mental-health … | LCA
