Mindful Awareness in an Unsettling Time: 10 Things You Can Do
This year has been a lot. It has brought about some next-level fear and anxiety. It has made me crave certainty and the ability to plan. I’ve felt lonely, isolated, and deeply saddened. And I’ve also connected to myself in a way that I never have before. And I’ve started to speak up and use my voice in a way that I never have. The pandemic has caused me to stop and really look at everything exactly as it is. And the pandemic has given me time. A lot of time. I’ve never had this much time alone. And I’m actually growing quite fond of this time with myself. Don’t get me wrong, when theaters open I’ll be excitedly putting on an outfit and hopping on the train to 42nd Street. But for now, I’m grateful for this time to connect with myself. I’ve shifted from mostly anxious to mostly content. I’ve grounded myself in ritual and self-study. I’d like to share what’s been helpful to me, and I hope some of these things will resonate with you:
