The new routine is, well, weird. We know. We're living it, too. What are the small, simple daily things that help? What are the good habits we're trying to cultivate during this time vs. what are the bad habits that we might want to try to break? Hand washing and social distancing - but what else? How did it affect people 100 years ago and how long will it affect us?

We're tired of the "shoulds" that tell us to use this time to create a new business or write a book. Some days, it's all we can to get through the day. And yes, some days drinking may be an answer, but maybe it's really not. How do you find other ways to deal each day? Work through the feelings without guilt and identify if it's an unhealthy approach and attempt to numb out.

Is it just "Quarantine Blues" or is it Depression? Let the "normal" expectations go. Each day is different and how we get through it is up to us. (https://www.upworthy.com/coronavirus-productivity-motivation-myths-dangers) Amy talks about the "cultural obsession with capitalistic productivity," and how it can affect our anxiety and currently triggers past traumas. Worry over control in our lives is surfacing everywhere. We're not alone in asking "how do I earn my keep when I can't work right now?"

Life has kinda flipped the Monopoly board on us all right now, and that metaphor just feels so apt. Can we create families and encourage people to share their art and their lives no matter if they "earn their keep?"

We are still in the middle of this pandemic and don't know how it will play out yet. One thing we hope is that more of a light will be shined on Mental Health and awareness. Heather references the studies from Vietnam regarding drug use and life changes. (Ref: Robins Study, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27650054 )

Take a step, a small step, a baby step, to break an old habit or hold on to a good habit or healthy routine. The waves or fear can be overwhelming, so please, find a moment to remind yourself that you are okay. It may not be perfect. But you are okay. We are okay, just for a moment. We know we can't solve the problems but we can acknowledge the feelings and look for hope.

We discuss dealing with our Shadow Work during this time as well. (Ref: Feeding Your Demons - https://bookshop.org/books/feeding-your-demons-ancient-wisdom-for-resolving-inner-conflict/9780316013130) It's hard enough, but now we need to visit with our Shadows to be able to handle each day. Notice our reactions of rage or fear and ask the feeling what is really going on in this moment.

Check in and see how you're doing, each day. Find the things that do help. Reach out to friends, set up a healthier routine, and give yourself grace.