On Monday I wrote: “When you experience negative or fearful thoughts, do nothing other than reassure yourself you are safe and taken care of. Immerse yourself in activities that nourish your soul, whether catching up with friends and loved ones or taking part in hobbies you enjoy. This enhances your psychological and emotional wellbeing.”

1. Are you aware of any negative thoughts at the moment?
2. How are you

On Monday I wrote: “When you experience negative or fearful thoughts, do nothing other than reassure yourself you are safe and taken care of. Immerse yourself in activities that nourish your soul, whether catching up with friends and loved ones or taking part in hobbies you enjoy. This enhances your psychological and emotional wellbeing.”

1. Are you aware of any negative thoughts at the moment?
2. How are you responding to them?
3. How do you act? Are you overeating? Oversleeping? Worrying too much?
4. What are you choosing to believe about the situation? Is it true? 
5. Ask yourself: Are these thoughts helpful?

Psychologist and meditation teacher Tara Brach teaches a wonderful acronym called R.A.I.N. which I urge you to apply when you’re feeling overwhelmed.

1. Recognize what is going on
2. Allow the experience to be there, just as it is
3. Investigate with kindness
4. Natural awareness, which comes from not identifying with the experience.