Extra care means prioritising in our lives the basics of wellbeing: rest, nutrition, distraction, safety and connection to significant others, to identify purpose(s) that bring meaning to our lives. If we do this in a healthy manner ( healthy as in not much energy expenditure is required), we will be helping our innate resources and will be effectively coping.
The better we get, on one side, at exploring and testing solutions to threats. And, on the other side, at providing extra self-care to ourselves. The better positioned we are to provide support for others. But the person who is overwhelmed by a thread and not managing his/her basic needs correctly will not be able to help others much. It is a matter of available energy.
During times of crisis, it is expected to be at times overwhelmed with anxiety and grief.
Here are few certified therapists who you can get in touch and book a therapy session with:
Julie Gravelle
Georgina Lynch
Zori Litova