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Why it is important to think critically
Recently, the whole world has switched to mandatory quarantine and literally froze in anticipation (who is a miracle and who is a global catastrophe).
It seems that people have never been more interested in learning that there are nine stages of hand washing and the difference between the front and back of a sterile mask.
Belarusian psychologist Natalia Olifirovich is one of the few who managed to remain calm under the circumstances. She believes that mass anxiety will not only not help to solve the problem, but, on the contrary, can aggravate the situation, which is why everyone should learn to deal with it.
“In such moments, first of all, you should take care of the psychological health of yourself and your loved ones,” Natalia notes.
“In the present state of affairs, it is undoubtedly very difficult panicBut at least to try to do it is the duty of every conscious citizen of his country.
The specialist said, How to protect yourself from destructive stress In difficult times and today the editorial board "Site" I'll share her advice with you.
How to get rid of anxiety “It would seem to overcome” anxiety, caused by numerous posts with disappointing predictions about the spread of the coronavirus, it is not easier - just do not read the news on this topic, and even with the end. But how rational is such a decision? To withdraw from the problem and forbid yourself to notice a real threat is as unwise as to sow panic out of nowhere!
“Instead of ignoring the outside world, it is worth trying to critically evaluate the information received and not dwell on knowingly false facts. It must not be forgotten that people tend to constantly exaggerate and attach special importance to ordinary things.”
“It is another matter when you know in advance that you are extremely at risk of emotional contagion. In this case, it is really better to withdraw as much as possible from the discussion of this topic, using the so-called psychological mask from your own borders.”
“Nor should we forget that COVID-19 is not the only disease in the world. This means that the temperature is slightly more than 36.6 degrees and a cough is more likely to indicate a cold than the presence of an incurable disease.
No one says that you do not need to pay attention to mild malaise. Go to the doctor in any case is necessary. I just want to convey the idea that there is nothing to set yourself up for the negative in advance. Before sounding the alarm bells, try to drink a course of prescribed medications.”
“A person who waits weeks to contract the virus exposes himself to prolonged distress, which subsequently worsens his quality of life. Due to constant emotional stress, his immunity weakens, he loses his ability to work, the ability to think adequately and as a result exposes himself to an even greater risk of getting sick.
That is why I strongly recommend not to panic once again.”
“In the end, it must be remembered that in addition to the coronavirus, there are many important things in the world that need attention.” Love, friendship, family, money, business, politics – all these topics are still relevant.”
“To protect yourself and your family as much as possible from contracting the virus, you should simply follow clearly drawn up by qualified specialists instructions. And in order to maintain psychological health, each of us needs at least for a while to abandon the habit of screwing ourselves up in trifles and dramatize the situation, adds Natalia Olifirovich.
We sincerely hope that her advice will help you gather your spirit and resist the moral pressure of negative news and predictions of self-proclaimed scientists and journalists.
Healthy to you and your family until you meet again!
It seems that people have never been more interested in learning that there are nine stages of hand washing and the difference between the front and back of a sterile mask.
Belarusian psychologist Natalia Olifirovich is one of the few who managed to remain calm under the circumstances. She believes that mass anxiety will not only not help to solve the problem, but, on the contrary, can aggravate the situation, which is why everyone should learn to deal with it.
“In such moments, first of all, you should take care of the psychological health of yourself and your loved ones,” Natalia notes.
“In the present state of affairs, it is undoubtedly very difficult panicBut at least to try to do it is the duty of every conscious citizen of his country.
The specialist said, How to protect yourself from destructive stress In difficult times and today the editorial board "Site" I'll share her advice with you.
How to get rid of anxiety “It would seem to overcome” anxiety, caused by numerous posts with disappointing predictions about the spread of the coronavirus, it is not easier - just do not read the news on this topic, and even with the end. But how rational is such a decision? To withdraw from the problem and forbid yourself to notice a real threat is as unwise as to sow panic out of nowhere!
“Instead of ignoring the outside world, it is worth trying to critically evaluate the information received and not dwell on knowingly false facts. It must not be forgotten that people tend to constantly exaggerate and attach special importance to ordinary things.”
“It is another matter when you know in advance that you are extremely at risk of emotional contagion. In this case, it is really better to withdraw as much as possible from the discussion of this topic, using the so-called psychological mask from your own borders.”
“Nor should we forget that COVID-19 is not the only disease in the world. This means that the temperature is slightly more than 36.6 degrees and a cough is more likely to indicate a cold than the presence of an incurable disease.
No one says that you do not need to pay attention to mild malaise. Go to the doctor in any case is necessary. I just want to convey the idea that there is nothing to set yourself up for the negative in advance. Before sounding the alarm bells, try to drink a course of prescribed medications.”
“A person who waits weeks to contract the virus exposes himself to prolonged distress, which subsequently worsens his quality of life. Due to constant emotional stress, his immunity weakens, he loses his ability to work, the ability to think adequately and as a result exposes himself to an even greater risk of getting sick.
That is why I strongly recommend not to panic once again.”
“In the end, it must be remembered that in addition to the coronavirus, there are many important things in the world that need attention.” Love, friendship, family, money, business, politics – all these topics are still relevant.”
“To protect yourself and your family as much as possible from contracting the virus, you should simply follow clearly drawn up by qualified specialists instructions. And in order to maintain psychological health, each of us needs at least for a while to abandon the habit of screwing ourselves up in trifles and dramatize the situation, adds Natalia Olifirovich.
We sincerely hope that her advice will help you gather your spirit and resist the moral pressure of negative news and predictions of self-proclaimed scientists and journalists.
Healthy to you and your family until you meet again!
