We have quarantined , social distanced , disinfected , and worried . We have searched for peanut butter , toilet paper , yeast , and hair dye . A rumor of a store with hand sanitizer or Clorox wipes sent us zipping across town .
Taking care of our bodies and the health of those around us remain at the forefront of our priorities . But have we been equally concerned with our psychological wellness ? The balance between physical and emotional health cannot be ignored . In fact , research reveals that mentally healthy people live longer and lead all-around healthier lives .
No one can deny the unique strains we have endured in 2020 and 2021 . Perhaps the most unusual nature of the stress lies in its global nature . In the past , we heard of catastrophic events such as a tsunami in Asia or a hurricane in the Caribbean , and we have felt deep sympathy for those affected . We are compassionate and , although we were not directly involved , we were concerned about those who suffered . But since early last year , we have watched the specter of a virulent microbe inch its way around the world like a malevolent fog , and this has directly impacted all of us regardless of locality .
The balance between physical and emotional health cannot be ignored
Many of us have stayed indoor for what feels like decades , years , months . In countless cases , those of us fortunate enough to keep our jobs have adjusted to working from home , which means juggling schedules , sharing precious space , and – eventually – acting as a referee in those instances when “ togetherness ” got a little unbearable . Some have had to cope with the loss of loved ones – others have struggled with not being able to bond with those who are still living .
With every single change , alteration , life situation , missed celebration , and canceled birthday party , we are left with a mental and / or emotional imprint . And these impressions must be addressed .
In a global
study of employees , Mind Share Partners ( in partnership with SAP and Qualtrics ) discovered that about 42 % of the respondents had experienced a decline in their mental health
www . iSSKINSOURCE . com 87