{"id":32528,"date":"2021-08-24T19:58:06","date_gmt":"2021-08-24T08:58:06","guid":{"rendered":"\/\/www.airtasker.com\/blog\/?p=32528"},"modified":"2022-11-18T00:07:51","modified_gmt":"2022-11-17T13:07:51","slug":"self-care-tips-covid","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/blog\/self-care-tips-covid\/","title":{"rendered":"Easy self-care tips you can do during COVID lockdowns"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The demand for mental health services has surged due to COVID-19. Lifeline received <a href=\"https:\/\/www.abc.net.au\/news\/2021-08-04\/lifeline-records-highest-daily-calls-on-record\/100350522\">3,345 calls<\/a> on August 3rd, possibly due to Australia&#8217;s current lockdowns.<\/p>\n<p>This pandemic has taken a toll on everyone&#8217;s physical, emotional, and mental health. On top of health and safety concerns and social distancing measures, there are also work deadlines to meet, bills to pay, and for some, businesses to keep afloat.<\/p>\n<p>Dealing with all these can certainly leave you feeling anxious and disconnected. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to relieve the stress and care for your well-being.<\/p>\n<p>Here are 7 acts of self-care you can do during these challenging times.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69ea02626cd6b\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69ea02626cd6b\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/blog\/self-care-tips-covid\/#1_Recharge_your_tired_brain_by_spending_time_in_nature\" title=\"1. Recharge your tired brain by spending time in nature\">1. Recharge your tired brain by spending time in nature<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/blog\/self-care-tips-covid\/#2_Get_in_shape_with_easy_habits\" title=\"2. Get in shape with easy habits\">2. Get in shape with easy habits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/blog\/self-care-tips-covid\/#3_Set_%E2%80%98hate_days_to_power_through_your_tedious_tasks\" title=\"3. Set \u2018hate days\u2019 to power through your tedious tasks\">3. Set \u2018hate days\u2019 to power through your tedious tasks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/blog\/self-care-tips-covid\/#4_Downsize_your_to-do_list\" title=\"4. Downsize your to-do list\">4. Downsize your to-do list<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/blog\/self-care-tips-covid\/#5_Recharge_your_creative_energy\" title=\"5. Recharge your creative energy\">5. Recharge your creative energy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/blog\/self-care-tips-covid\/#6_Automate_your_small_decisions\" title=\"6. Automate your small decisions\">6. Automate your small decisions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/blog\/self-care-tips-covid\/#7_Stay_connected_with_your_loved_ones\" title=\"7. Stay connected with your loved ones\">7. Stay connected with your loved ones<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/blog\/self-care-tips-covid\/#Mental_health_resources_you_can_go_to_for_help\" title=\"Mental health resources you can go to for help\">Mental health resources you can go to for help<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Recharge_your_tired_brain_by_spending_time_in_nature\"><\/span>1. Recharge your tired brain by spending time in nature<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_32560\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-32560\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-32560\" src=\"https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/24052521\/woman-walking-outdoors.jpg\" alt=\"woman walking outdoors\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/24052521\/woman-walking-outdoors.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/24052521\/woman-walking-outdoors-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-32560\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/\">Emma Simpson via Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Leisure activities like reading books and catching up on Netflix shows may not always be the best way to recharge your brain. \u2018Directed attention\u2019 takes effort and holds your attention too forcefully. Like overworking your muscles, you can also overwork your attention.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">To combat attention fatigue, give yourself moments of\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/elemental.medium.com\/how-soft-fascination-helps-restore-your-tired-brain-27669cd0be9d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">soft fascination<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, such as spending time with nature. Going for a walk is stimulating enough to engage your brain without overworking it. And while you can get fresh air from being on the move constantly, basking in the sun\u00a0<\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">without<\/span><\/em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0work on your mind can be a refreshing experience!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Since going to a park or nature trail may not be an option right now, you can still spend some time in your backyard. It might even be the perfect opportunity to get into gardening, which can also be very therapeutic.<\/span><\/p>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Get_in_shape_with_easy_habits\"><\/span>2. Get in shape with easy habits<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Getting in shape doesn&#8217;t have to mean taking drastic measures. Take it from personal trainer Lucy Lismore on tips for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=SPiemgc-whE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">simple and healthy food swaps<\/a>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Mix it up <\/strong>&#8211; If your favourite cereal is high in sugar, mix in healthier options like Bran Flakes or Special K. Doing this lessens the sugar, fat, and salt content in your cereal without compromising the taste.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make your own <\/strong>&#8211; Swap out pre-made oatmeal sachets with homemade oats. By making your own oats, you control what goes in your food.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Go slow <\/strong>&#8211; Those three spoons of sugar can add up as you go through several cups of coffee in a day. Cut down the sugar you put in your coffee or tea by a teaspoon or two. If you\u2019re a latte or cappuccino type of person, you can also switch to black coffee a couple of days a week.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Incredible things can happen with small yet consistent changes. On top of a healthy diet, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/fitness\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">hire a personal trainer<\/a> who can coach you virtually and help you reach your fitness goals.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/fitness\/pilates-instructor\/price\/pilates-cost\/\">How much for a Pilates class?<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Set_%E2%80%98hate_days_to_power_through_your_tedious_tasks\"><\/span>3. Set \u2018hate days\u2019 to power through your tedious tasks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Paperwork and other administrative tasks can take you away from the work you enjoy. Career coach <a href=\"https:\/\/medium.com\/simple-pub\/the-german-idea-of-hate-days-helps-me-power-through-my-most-annoying-tasks-59f05eb6c9f1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Michael Thompson<\/a> recommends the life-changing idea of \u201cHate Days\u201d, which is pretty simple: Lump together all your tedious tasks into one day a week!<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_32557\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-32557\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-32557\" src=\"https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/24052522\/home-work-desk.jpg\" alt=\"work desk with laptop, notepad, and mobile phone\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/24052522\/home-work-desk.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/24052522\/home-work-desk-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-32557\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/\">Andrew Neel via Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Hate days can be for invoicing, doing your taxes, or getting on calls you\u2019ve been putting off. You can also spend it brushing up on a skill you don\u2019t particularly enjoy but helpful for your business.<\/p>\n<p>By setting one day a week for the tiresome tasks, you free up a ton of headspace for the work you love.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Downsize_your_to-do_list\"><\/span>4. Downsize your to-do list<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When work gets too much, it\u2019s okay to ask for help. Aside from setting hate days, you can hand over the tasks to someone else entirely. Go ahead and hire an expert who specialises and actually enjoys the work you\u2019d rather not do yourself!<\/p>\n<p>An accountant can take over your paperwork and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/accounting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">keep track of your accounts<\/a>. You can also hire a web developer to fix your business website and ramp up your online presence. A polished and usable website could do wonders for your business.<\/p>\n<p>Remember: Divide and conquer! You don\u2019t have to do all the work yourself.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Recharge_your_creative_energy\"><\/span>5. Recharge your creative energy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_32559\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-32559\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-32559\" src=\"https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/24052522\/creative-wall-paintings.jpg\" alt=\"creative wall with assorted paintings\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/24052522\/creative-wall-paintings.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/24052522\/creative-wall-paintings-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-32559\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/\">Jonny Caspari via Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Did you know sleep and rest are not the same?<\/p>\n<p>If you always feel tired despite getting more sleep, you may be missing out on other types of rest. Physician and TED talk speaker Dr Saundra Dalton-Smith MD talks about the <a href=\"https:\/\/ideas.ted.com\/the-7-types-of-rest-that-every-person-needs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">many kinds of rest<\/a> everyone needs.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Creative rest <\/strong>is especially important if you spend lots of time problem-solving and brainstorming. If coming up with ideas is the exhale, then taking in beauty and art is the inhale.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Surround yourself with the beautiful sights outdoors. Doing so can be as simple as sitting in the garden, admiring the flowers, and enjoying the afternoon breeze.<\/li>\n<li>Fill your workspace with images of places you love or paintings that inspire you. It\u2019s definitely better than staring at a blank wall for 40+ hours a week!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Once you\u2019re in a creative mood again, you can explore hobbies outside of work. Perhaps jumping on the sourdough bread bandwagon or finally <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/music-lessons\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">learning how to play the guitar<\/a>!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Automate_your_small_decisions\"><\/span>6. Automate your small decisions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Grocery lists, what clothes to put on, or what to eat for lunch &#8211; these tiny decisions take up your precious energy. Everyone has a daily energy reserve, but remember to use it wisely! The more time you spend on trivial tasks, the less you have on things that matter.<\/p>\n<p>Aussie blogger <a href=\"https:\/\/forge.medium.com\/how-automating-my-useless-decisions-helps-me-focus-on-what-matters-4c72295a74d4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tim Denning<\/a> offers helpful advice on automating your \u201cuseless decisions\u201d to focus on your more important goals.<\/p>\n<p>For example, set a specific time to reply to emails instead of constantly checking your notifications. As for grocery lists, set a weekly deadline for everyone in your household to fill up your shopping list. This way, you don\u2019t have to audit the fridge on the fly come grocery day.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Stay_connected_with_your_loved_ones\"><\/span>7. Stay connected with your loved ones<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Social distancing has cut everyone off from friends and family, which can greatly affect your mental health.<\/p>\n<p>Connection combats feelings of isolation. Regular online catch-ups with loved ones are essential in this time of social distancing, says psychologist <a href=\"https:\/\/coronavirus.beyondblue.org.au\/managing-my-daily-life\/staying-connected\/why-staying-connected-is-so-important.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sabina Read<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_32561\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-32561\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-32561\" src=\"https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/24052521\/man-and-woman-video-chatting.jpg\" alt=\"man and woman video chatting using laptop\" width=\"1200\" height=\"792\" srcset=\"https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/24052521\/man-and-woman-video-chatting.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/airtasker-seo-wordpress-blog-assets-prod.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/24052521\/man-and-woman-video-chatting-768x507.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-32561\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/\">Marko Klaric via Pexels<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Thanks to technology, it\u2019s now easier to stay in touch! Catch up with a family member over the phone, or schedule a digital movie night with your mates. Video streaming platforms can tide you over while you wait for the cinemas to reopen.<\/p>\n<p>Also, make sure to check in with your coworkers now and then. Everyone could use a safe space to talk about their worries and work through their struggles, even if it\u2019s just through Zoom or Facetime.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mental_health_resources_you_can_go_to_for_help\"><\/span>Mental health resources you can go to for help<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re experiencing signs of anxiety or depression, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/counselling-therapy\/family-therapy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">reach out to a therapist<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/sg\/counselling-therapy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">consult a counsellor<\/a> for help. You can also seek out mental health support from the following resources.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beyondblue.org.au\/get-support\/get-immediate-support\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Beyond Blue<\/a> &#8211; Free 24\/7 coronavirus mental well-being support via phone, chat, or email.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/halt.org.au\/what-is-halt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The H.A.L.T. Brekky<\/a> &#8211; A community for tradies where you can learn about stress management and connect with fellow tradies.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.headtohealth.gov.au\/about-us\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Head to Health <\/a>\u00a0&#8211; A website where you can find apps, forums, and information on digital mental health services.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Self-care is key to keeping yourself healthy, safe, and sane while riding out the waves of the pandemic. Taking care of your mental health will also ripple out to different aspects of your life, including your profession.<\/p>\n<p>The Airtasker community is here to support you as you navigate these hard times. Feel free to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/categories\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">check our website<\/a> for various services if you need help at home or with your business.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Self-care is key to keeping yourself healthy, safe, and sane while riding out the waves of the pandemic.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":32555,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1850,1428],"tags":[2474],"language":["en-AU"],"class_list":["post-32528","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-how-to","category-service-guides","tag-lockdown"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v24.9 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Easy self-care tips you can do during COVID lockdowns - Airtasker Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Don&#039;t forget to take care of yourself, especially during these hard times. 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