Now that we have entered the fourth phase of lockdown, some relaxations have been announced by the center and state governments. Now mobility is going to increase as people head out of their offices or meet friends and family members. This is what we have been missing from the last few months. But with stepping out of the house to get back to our normal lives, our fears and anxiety come back. The risk of exposure to the infection increases and this feeling is termed as “post-lockdown anxiety”.

Well, the question is there any way to avoid being exposed to this situation? No because we need to carry on with our lives and because we can’t be in isolation forever. That means we have to look out for ways to deal with our anxiety. So here is a list of tips to deal with post lockdown anxiety:

• Take precautions

The fear of coronavirus infection can only be handled if we take all the necessary precautions. The main reason for anxiety is what if we get the infection? So we need to take precautions, maintain social distancing, wear masks and gloves, use sanitizer and keep washing your hands.

• Accept

The first and important thing to do is to accept reality. People need to accept the fact that we have to live with coronavirus. You can’t live in denial. The more we face the situation, the less anxious it will make us.

• Do not discuss coronavirus

Take a break and stop tracking the number of reported cases or deaths. Experts are advising careful consumption of coronavirus related news to maintain good mental health. So avoid too much discussion on this topic.

• Healthy mind

You need to keep your mind healthy to deal with anxiety and for that, we need eight hours of good quality sleep, yoga, breathing exercises, and healthy eating. Also limit the consumption of alcohol and cigarettes to keep your mind healthy.

• Talk to someone

The best way to deal with your anxieties is to speak to someone about the issues, be it a friend, a family member, or a therapist. Bottling up your anxieties will not help you.