“As a university, we are doing everything we can to ensure that we all get through this crisis well.”

Prof. Dr. Tobias Engelsleben, President, Fresenius University of Applied Sciences

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Information on the Coronavirus

Our friends at PACE University shared the following ideas for our current restrictive lifestyle. Thanks to Dr. Lauren Saler Pace University-Pleasantville for her work in developing the resource list.

Our rapidly changing public health situation evokes a wide range of emotional reactions in all of us. In these challenging times, please look at some of the resources that might be of help:

Remind yourself continually of what you CAN control- and read below for some additional ideas on how to cope.

  • Remind yourself that this situation is temporary and will pass.
  • Think of other times you have overcome adversity.
  • See this as an opportunity to recognize and be grateful for all the people and good you have in your life.
  • Reach out to the people you love and value even from afar. Connections to people keep us emotionally healthy.
  • Focus on being mindful. Be present in your everyday activities. For instance, you can practice this when you wash your hands by focusing on the movements, sensations, smells and other aspects of this activity.
  • Prioritize healthy eating and sleep habits.
  • Participate in some physical activity, which can help boost your immune system and energy levels, improve your sleep, and decrease stress.
  • Meditate. It is not as hard as it seems and there are some apps and links below to give you a jump start.
  • Stay informed, but dose information to once or twice a day. Make sure your sources are reliable and do not listen to information before bed.
  • Create regular “no-coronavirus” zones personally and with others.
  • Keep doing what you enjoy and what relaxes you: listening to music, watching TV, talking to friends, taking a bath, cooking, coloring, etc.
  • Don’t underestimate the power of BREATHING. Wherever you are, focus on breathing in… holding your breath for a few seconds… and breathing back out. (See below for additional ways to practice breathing.)
  • Share your feelings with others or journal.
  • Seek support professionals if needed, including counselor centers.

Experiential Apps

Meditation

Relaxation

Sleep

Journaling

Additional Resources