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5 uplifting activities to help improve your mental health while you're social distancing, according to a psychotherapist

Amy Morin

Morin recommends making time to chat with friends and family, exercising in any way you enjoy, and scheduling fun activities to look forward to in order to boost your mood.Many people felt OK during the first week or two of social distancing. But by now many people are experiencing a decline in mental health. And it's no wonder why.

So avoid those heated political discussions on social media that leave you feeling angry and exhausted. Get proactive about your social interactions. Schedule a time to chat with friends, connect with family, and speak to positive people. The trick is to put it in your schedule. Planning ahead and actually putting it in your calendar give you a powerful psychological boost.

 

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