Episode 23: How PWD can implement self-care and rely on support networks during a global pandemic

CripChat is a weekly podcast produced and delivered by Australian  Disability Limited, it aims to educate, entertain and inform the general community how they can help us create a more accessible and inclusive society for people with disabilities, their friends and family.  Hosted by Jonathan Shar, David Daoud, Ibby Dee and Timothy Lachlan Content Warning  This podcast may include content unsuitable for children who have not been exposed to people with disabilities related themes and issues that are sometimes expressed by using coarse language or politically incorrect terminology, these instances will occur rarely and only to demonstrate a point about how discrimination affects people with disabilities. To be stressed is to be alive. And however uncomfortable it makes you, it is a universal feeling that is a part of the imperfect human experience. Stress saps your energy, causes fatigue, and increases negative thoughts that can contribute to anxious feelings. Fortunately, there are ways to build up a healthy response to stress that can even reverse the uncomfortable feelings over time. The most basic and important way to mitigate stress is by taking care of yourself. It may sound simple, but your mind and body are connected in powerful ways and by maintaining your physical, emotional, and mental reserves, you can actually prevent and manage stress. Adapted from Jessica DuBois-Maahs’ article (https://www.talkspace.com/blog/self-care-stop-stress-secrets/) Key Points (4): Consider doing less (barriers between work/study home blurred) Make time for reflection Soak up the sun Commit to regular exercise Accept what you cannot change, adapt and take care of yourself.