How to Support Your Social Well-Being During Times of Extreme Stress

We are social beings. Lack of social connection is associated with increased levels of stress. So stay connected!

• Text others often
• Call others often
• Zoom meetings, Google Hangouts, Houseparty – all ways to stay connected while you support one another with social distancing!
• Take time to reach out to those who may not have as much access to social connection
• Connect with groups online (support, church, self-growth, etc.
• Wave and say hello to those you pass by on your walks
• Spend quality time with your pet(s)
• SMALL DOSES of media to stay connected with the world