Being cheerful and optimistic can be hard in these uncertain times. Coronavirus has changed the way we perceive the world. For me, to be bright, I just need to edit some photos or look at Ilen Maria's photos. They just make me so happy.
I wanted to share some things you can also do to cope with the stress of lockdown.
- Prepare for the next morning before bed.
- Write down three priorities for the next day.
- Break large tasks into smaller tasks.
- Use time wisely.
- Avoid negative people.
- Unclutter your life and your possessions.
- Say NO more often.
- Simplify mealtimes.
- Smile.
- Laugh.
- Look for the silver linings.
- Praise people.
- Walk in the rain.
- Take a bubble bath.
- Drink wine, or coffee, or your favorite beverage.
- Believe in yourself.
- Be kind to yourself.
- Visualize yourself winning.
- Have goals.
- Say "hello" to a stranger when you walk by.
- Ask a friend for a hug.
- Practice breathwork.
- Read a book.
- Buy yourself flowers or a plant.
- Put safety first.
- Strive for excellence, NOT perfection.
- Stretch your limits a little each day.
- Look at beautiful photos.
- Stand up and stretch.
- Have a plan B.
- Be responsible for how you feel
- Talk less and become a better listener
- Embrace your limitations.
- Exercise every day.
- Take a different route during your walk.
- Write a note to a friend who lives far.
- Love unconditionally.
- Keep a journal.
- Have a support network of people, places and things
- Get enough sleep
- Do something nice for someone else.
Here, some Ilen Maria pictures for a brighter day.









