The new normal is challenging all of us in different ways. Staying home, and staying safe has thrown us all off and it can be tough to maintain our cool, to say the least. It’s hard to motivate, give ourselves permission for “me-time”, and find balance. Am i right?
To help us all stay sane in quarantine, three health and wellness pros – Celebrity Pilates Instructor Kristin McGee, Wellness and Yoga Superstar Karina Blackwood, NYC Rheumatologist Dr. Maggie Cadet – as well as myself, have shared our top “Dos” and “Don’ts” in this new work-from-home lifestyle .
Kristin McGee: Celebrity Pilates Instructor
- I workout daily
- Daily Meditation
- Getting fresh air
- Eating whole meals
- Snuggling with my kids
- Playing with my kids
- Calling Friends
- Taking the pressure off getting housework done
Don’t: Watch the news!
Ashley Slaughter: Founder and Host of Sweat for Smiles
- Breathe
- Power naps/Meditation breaks
- Eating healthy
- Scheduling family fun time
- Stay active
- Having a schedule
- Getting dressed by 9am
- Work up a sweat every day,
- Be social: Call and FT friends
- Learn something new daily
- Be creative
- Write down 3 positive things
Don’t: Stay up late – max sleep!
Karina Blackwood: Yoga Instructor and Wellness Expert
- I take 30 minutes to myself
- Meditating daily improves concentration, raises your vibration, revitalizes energy.
- Put on quiet, calm music
- Stay hydrated – upgrade plain water with lemon, peppermint oil
- Keep your water bottle handy
- Get some sun when you can
Don’t: Be Negative
Dr. Maggie Cadet: Rheumatologist in NYC
- I bake a lot!
- Make tutorial videos
- Do yoga, workout, dance!
- Play dress up
- Read, read, read!
- Write a short story/cards
- Take a bubble bath
- Play the piano
- Play board games/karaoke
- Pick 3 things to accomplish
Don’t: Have too many expectations.
During this stressful time, there can still be a bright side. Cherish the time alone or with your loved ones that you may not normally have. Focus on improving your health, change your mindset, and do what’s best for your family and the community around you and minimize physical contact with others. It’s difficult but we can ALL do this!! We will get through this.
I hope these tips are helpful. So grateful to our health and wellness pros for their contributing tips. Have we missed any? Let us know!
