It is no news that the pandemic is gradually giving way in many parts of the world. Earlier during the year, some countries had continuous increases in their COVID-19 positive and death records. However, results these past weeks have shown a decline in the number of cases and deaths recorded from the virus. Amidst all this, one thing is certain, the world can never go back to how it used to be. Instead, the world must adapt to a new normal.

From the social distancing regulations to the increase in remote work, loss of lives and jobs, financial and market instability, shortage in food distribution, especially in the third world, travel restrictions, less real-world interaction, increased reliance on social media and the realization of the great importance that the health (physical & mental) and education sectors hold. The world has witnessed a paradigm shift from what it knows to be normal to a new normal. How then does the individual human ensure and maintain balanced mental wellness amidst all these?

Here are five tips on how to maintain mental wellness post-coronavirus

Meditation

Meditation may never make sense to you till you try. We all need a clear head for many things, one of which is to focus and another, to make decisions among many other reasons. Meditation is a relaxation technique that will never fade. Essentially, meditation aids Nirvana: consciousness. During meditation, the mind becomes a blank slate that slices through the world and its troubles, breaking free from worldly hassles and connecting with a higher self where everything is blissful. It is at this point that one may truly attain Nirvana.

Exercise

Exercise doesn’t necessarily mean jogging, push-ups, swimming, etc. While these are essential, never forget to exercise the brain. Learn at least something new every day. While the former aids the body, the latter aids the mind.

Have a Growth-Mindset

It is a truth that many have lost a great deal and more is possibly expected. Nevertheless, one must always have a positive and growth mindset. You must also realise that opportunity favours only the prepared and it is only those who hope for a better future that will get prepared for it. In essence, you must remain steadfast and hopeful that things will get better. And yes, things may be dicey at the moment, nature has its way of healing itself every time it gets into a mess.

Equip yourself

The world has not just realized the importance of technology, it has acted upon it. The realities of the pandemic have made it so that every individual, corporation, and government must leverage technology. The time for the world to experience a workforce takeover by the artificial intelligence industry is now, more than ever. And it can only get worse. Consequently, every individual willing to make ends meet must either be able to control, manipulate or analyze the technological tools used in his or her industry of interest. In other words, gather as much knowledge as possible in the tech industry. It will be of immense help forging ahead.

Be Flexible

Flexibility is a watchword these recent times. The fact that even the most secured jobs are proving otherwise has called for flexibility in the labour force. Here, you will find that no knowledge is wasted. The challenge is to build flexibility, so you can move quickly when the time is right. The changes catalyzed by the crisis has facilitated this already. The responses to COVID-19 are accelerating the move from the physical to the virtual. A lot of organisations have shifted to virtual workspace and schedule while new businesses have taken the opportunity and sourcing for virtual assistants, managers, secretaries while business travels have been replaced with zoom meetings. A number of remote jobs like virtual marketing, content development, mobile app development and graphic design have also skyrocketed in their demands. Adopting these shifts will not only help you as an individual or corporate body wither the crisis, it will also give you more flexibility to respond quickly in the world that lies beyond it. You can receive, read, edit and sign a document in the comfort of your home. Isn’t that better than going to work, reading and retyping files, printing before applying signatures to them? Be flexible.

Above are just a few of many ways to maintain individual mental wellness post-COVID-19. Always remember, we are just a click away if you find yourself stuck up. Mental health remains our priority.

It is no news that the pandemic is gradually giving way in many parts of the world. Earlier during the year, some countries had continuous increases in their COVID-19 positive and death records. However, results these past weeks have shown a decline in the number of cases and deaths recorded from the virus. Amidst all this, one thing is certain, the world can never go back to how it used to be. Instead, the world must adapt to a new normal.

From the social distancing regulations to the increase in remote work, loss of lives and jobs, financial and market instability, shortage in food distribution, especially in the third world, travel restrictions, less real-world interaction, increased reliance on social media and the realization of the great importance that the health (physical & mental) and education sectors hold. The world has witnessed a paradigm shift from what it knows to be normal to a new normal. How then does the individual human ensure and maintain balanced mental wellness amidst all these?

Here are five tips on how to maintain mental wellness post-coronavirus

Meditation

Meditation may never make sense to you till you try. We all need a clear head for many things, one of which is to focus and another, to make decisions among many other reasons. Meditation is a relaxation technique that will never fade. Essentially, meditation aids Nirvana: consciousness. During meditation, the mind becomes a blank slate that slices through the world and its troubles, breaking free from worldly hassles and connecting with a higher self where everything is blissful. It is at this point that one may truly attain Nirvana.

Exercise

Exercise doesn’t necessarily mean jogging, push-ups, swimming, etc. While these are essential, never forget to exercise the brain. Learn at least something new every day. While the former aids the body, the latter aids the mind.

Have a Growth-Mindset

It is a truth that many have lost a great deal and more is possibly expected. Nevertheless, one must always have a positive and growth mindset. You must also realise that opportunity favours only the prepared and it is only those who hope for a better future that will get prepared for it. In essence, you must remain steadfast and hopeful that things will get better. And yes, things may be dicey at the moment, nature has its way of healing itself every time it gets into a mess.

Equip yourself

The world has not just realized the importance of technology, it has acted upon it. The realities of the pandemic have made it so that every individual, corporation, and government must leverage technology. The time for the world to experience a workforce takeover by the artificial intelligence industry is now, more than ever. And it can only get worse. Consequently, every individual willing to make ends meet must either be able to control, manipulate or analyze the technological tools used in his or her industry of interest. In other words, gather as much knowledge as possible in the tech industry. It will be of immense help forging ahead.

Be Flexible

Flexibility is a watchword these recent times. The fact that even the most secured jobs are proving otherwise has called for flexibility in the labour force. Here, you will find that no knowledge is wasted. The challenge is to build flexibility, so you can move quickly when the time is right. The changes catalyzed by the crisis has facilitated this already. The responses to COVID-19 are accelerating the move from the physical to the virtual. A lot of organisations have shifted to virtual workspace and schedule while new businesses have taken the opportunity and sourcing for virtual assistants, managers, secretaries while business travels have been replaced with zoom meetings. A number of remote jobs like virtual marketing, content development, mobile app development and graphic design have also skyrocketed in their demands. Adopting these shifts will not only help you as an individual or corporate body wither the crisis, it will also give you more flexibility to respond quickly in the world that lies beyond it. You can receive, read, edit and sign a document in the comfort of your home. Isn’t that better than going to work, reading and retyping files, printing before applying signatures to them? Be flexible.

Above are just a few of many ways to maintain individual mental wellness post-COVID-19. Always remember, we are just a click away if you find yourself stuck up. Mental health remains our priority.