Acknowledge your feelings and those of people around you.
Reach out to people you feel close to.
Remember that your feelings may vary day to day and may be different than the feelings and thoughts of those around you.
Maintain family and work routines as much as possible.
Try to stay active as much as possible; exercise can lessen stress and anxiety.
Remain calm and try no to overreact.
Focus on factual information and what you can control related to your health.
Reduce or eliminate unhealthy habits such as smoking/ and or over consumption of alcohol.
Treat yourself to some meaningful “time out” every day. For example, a long bath, a walk in the park, a meal with a friend, or time alone with your partner or family.
Indulge in a meaningful activity that has helped you relax in other stressful situations.
( Howe, 2003)
