With the pandemic(疫情) approaching the end, it seems we should do something about our post—pandemic anxiety. 【小题1】.

Pause to listen to what your anxiety is trying to tell you

“Anxiety arises as time passes, so we are fearful of a future event. 【小题2】,” Dr. Manly says. “So when we slow down to tune into our anxious thoughts by journaling, talking with friends, or just having quiet time, she says we may be able to better understand what is specifically worrying us.”

Develop some strategies for calming your nerves

You won't always have time to dig deep, so it's important to have a stable of techniques that can calm you down quickly. Some people like to write all their worries down and put them in an envelope as a way to put them aside.【小题3】.

Plan your post—pandemic life with care

【小题4】. However, Watson does recommend putting some thought into how you'd like your post pandemic life, and then taking steps to make that dream a reality. This can be as simple as planning a dinner party for a few friends six months from now, or booking a trip to Europe for 2022.

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“Remember, you don't have to do everything and see everyone all at once when things start returning to normal,” Watson says. “We've taken our time to step back from the world in this crisis, so take your time stepping back into it.” It's your body and your boundaries, so if you want to wear a mask a little longer than other people do, that's okay. Feel free to go back to normal life slowly if it makes you feel better.