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3 Self-Care Strategies to Manage the Election and Beyond
The Association’s Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives offers three practical solutions for managing stressors in the next few weeks
The election season can bring about different emotions and angst for many. However, being proactive with managing stressors and uncertainty is possible. Here are three practical strategies to help you manage the next few weeks.
1. Set Clear Boundaries with News and Social Media
While staying informed is important, constant exposure to political news can be draining. Set specific times during the day to check the news or social media, rather than engaging in continuous scrolling. Consider limiting your news intake to reliable sources and avoiding sensational headlines. This practice can help you avoid becoming overwhelmed.
2. Focus On What You Can Control
It’s easy to feel powerless during an election season, especially when the stakes feel high. However, focusing on what you can control—like voting, volunteering for causes you believe in, resting, or helping others—can empower you and create a sense of agency. Think about what matters to you most and prioritize making time for it.
3. Seek Community and Support
If you’re feeling really stressed, connect with others from your community or seek formal support through hotlines, counseling services, or support groups. That might look like talking with family and friends, a therapist, or any other sources of support that you trust. Finding a space to process can help alleviate any tensions you have, as well as provide comfort and perspective.
This season can be a challenging time emotionally and mentally. However, building a wellbeing plan that meets your personal and professional needs is important. Setting boundaries, engaging in healthy conversations across differences, and focusing on what you can control can help you navigate this season on your terms.
Stay vigilant, and feel free to add your experiences and suggestions to this list.