Navigating the “New Normal”

Chapter 6, Lesson 1

Maintain Your Health During COVID-19

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COVID-19 has tested us in more ways then we can count. No matter how the situation continues to unfold, know that you can handle it! We’re in this together—and together is how we’re going to get through it. This chapter provides resources to help you navigate the new normal and continue to persevere despite the challenges.

Resources to Help You Navigate the New NormalWe know that everyone has been impacted by COVID-19 in different ways. Health Advocate has prepared many resources to help support you during this time. Click on the title of those that are of interest to you.

Work/Financial ResourcesFeeling Pressure to Achieve During the Pandemic?You may be feeling pressured or stressed because everyone else seems to be accomplishing more than you are right now. If that sounds like you, read this article to help you feel more confident about your own abilities and doing what you can during this unprecedented time.

Balancing Work and Home Life The blurring of boundaries between work life and home life can easily contribute to burnout and lack of work/life balance. If you find yourself struggling, this article may help.

Working Remotely: Tips for EmployeesWhen social distancing is necessary, working remotely can allow you to get your job done without the risk of spreading illness around the workplace. But the isolation and potential distractions can hijack your productivity. These tips can help you stay disciplined, motivated and productive.

Financial Resources for Health EmergenciesDealing with the impact of health-related emergencies can be stressful mentally, physically and financially. We’ve prepared resources to help you take proactive measure to work through the challenges and decisions you may face.

Financial Impacts of COVID-19Watch this webinar to learn steps you can take if you’re experiencing a hardship or income reduction due to COVID-19.

Quarantine Fatigue: Coping with BurnoutView this webinar to recognize the signs and consequences of burnout, strategies for coping with change and solutions to build stamina.

Financial Impact of COVID-19

Dealing with the impact of health-related emergencies can be stressful mentally, physically and financially. We’ve prepared resources to help.

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Well-Being ResourcesKeep Moving All Day, Any WayGet tips to help you stay active and reduce your time spent sitting.

Eat Healthy to Avoid (or Lose) the Quarantine 15While healthy eating is often considered complicated or challenging, it is actually very simple! If you’re not doing so already, it’s a great time to start thinking about what you’re eating.

Reward Yourself with Rest, Recovery and RelaxationOne of the best things you can do for your body is reward it with some rest, recovery and relaxation time. This is especially important during high-stress, difficult times (such as the current pandemic) for self-care and to allow your muscles an opportunity to recover and grow from exercise.

Make a Healthy SmoothieVitamin C has long been known to help with a healthy immune system. Smoothies can be a great way to incorporate fruits and vegetables high in vitamin C.

Throwing a Lifeline: Managing Emotional and Mental HealthView this webinar to learn strategies to manage your emotional and mental health, and identify resources for when you need extra support.

Tips to Get Better SleepIt’s more important than ever to get consistent quality sleep, helping to strengthen the immune system, heighten brain function, enhance mood and improve mental health.

How to Help Others During the COVID-19 PandemicDuring the ongoing pandemic, it is natural to feel stressed and overwhelmed. In normal circumstances, helping others is a great way to channel those feelings, and it benefits all involved.

Keeping Your Head Above Water: Coping with Compassion FatigueView this webinar to learn strategies to promote optimal well-being while caring for others.

Treading Water through the COVID-19 StormThis webinar discusses how you can identify individual values and goals and commit to finding healthy ways to respond to this stressful situation.

Make a Healthy Smoothie

Smoothies can be a great way to incorporate fruits and vegetables high in

vitamin C.

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Next Steps1. Watch Lesson 2: How to Keep Coronavirus

from Coming Home with You

2. Test Your Smarts: Take the Chapter 6 Quiz

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Family ResourcesPlan a Staycation!Get tips to help you plan a vacation at home.

Grief and Loss of a Loved One During Social DistancingIn this challenging situation, the grieving process can be exceptionally difficult. Whenever possible, it’s important to use the internet and virtual solutions to connect with others to mourn your loss and manage the final wishes of your loved one.

Talking to Children About COVID-19Concern over the COVID-19 virus can make children anxious and worried. These tips can help reassure them and provide age-appropriate information as well as resources give them a sense of control and help to reduce their anxiety.

Charting Rough Seas: Strategies for the School YearThis webinar discusses successful strategies and supportive resources for families with school-aged children.

Supporting At-Home ChildrenFor those parents who are looking for extra information, activities, programs, and social-emotional learning (SEL) resources, we have prepared a list of programs and courses available from online sources.

Juggling Work and Kids’ SchoolingFor parents working at home, keeping kids on track and feeling balanced requires some creative juggling. We’ve prepared suggestions to help bring a sense of control to this “new normal” environment.

COVID Quick Tip: As we continue to move into a new normal and learn to live with the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important not to become desensitized to the severity of the issue and avoid relaxing your prevention efforts. Click here to read an article to get refreshed on the guidelines to help you continue to protect yourself and others.