COVID-19 Offers and Resources

Shifting our focus outside of ourselves can be very effective in helping relieve feelings of depression and anxiety, especially during the kind of time we are all experiencing now.

A mindfulness practice using the four elements with Sebene Selassie.

Tips on how to fall asleep quickly and stay asleep, even during times of stress.

A comprehensive list of free online meditation resources for times of social distancing / COVID-19.

"We’re living in Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, Ambiguous times. Neuroscientist Amishi Jha explains ten ways your brain reacts—and how mindfulness can help you survive, and even thrive."

Caring for others can make us feel better too. Some of these care packages are pretty pricey, but they can also be a good source of ideas for creating your own care packages.

Using music in an intentional way can help us cope with some of the stress we're all experiencing from Covid.

"To help guide parents in leading musical activities with their children during this period of isolation... a parent-child research project that is part of VUMC’s National Endowment for the Arts Research Lab...created a home toolkit of strategies for at-home music engagement."

IUPUI (Indiana University and Purdue University Indianapolis) has created a resource page with links to a range of music self-care sources. Topics include a music self assessment, ambient playlists, and suggestions for creating playlists that support your identiy.

Mostly serious songs by mostly well-known musicians.

There now are possibly hundreds of parody songs "celebrating" our lives with Covid-19. Here are a few. Laughter is always helpful.

A comprehensive list of prompts for art projects to help you deal with a range of emotions and mental states. Headings include relaxation, gratitude, happiness, emotions, portraits, trauma & loss, and collaging, among others.

"Here are some resources for you and your child to explore your creative sides."

"There may never have been a better time for the zine, since as COVID-19 rages on, many artists are turning to self-publishing as an alternative way to connect while in isolation."

Lots of museums and galleries are still offering free online access. This list gives you a taste of what's available.

All kinds of ideas here for gifts and ways to celebrate. These are mostly not holiday specific, although a few are.