Right now, it seems like everything is changing so fast. It's hard to keep up with the news reports of how many confirmed cases of COVID-19 there are, how long experts think we'll be practicing social distancing, how the economy is faring, and so much more. And even if you wanted a brief break from it all, it's especially hard to stay away from any talk of the coronavirus because it seems to permeate every single aspect of our lives. It's all you can read about in the news, it's the topic of everyday conversation with friends and family and strangers, and you can't scroll through social media without seeing a reference.
All of this can really make a big impact on your mental health. It's easy to feel anxious and helpless right now. "Anxiety lives in the unknown, and this situation is constantly changing and contributes to a lot of uncertainty," explains Madeleine DiLeonardo, MEd, LPC, NCC, a licensed professional counselor and the founder of Mind Body and Soul by DiLeonardo Wellness.