COVID-19 is unlike anything we’ve experienced. It’s okay to feel emotions like anxiety, fear, frustration, restlessness, and confusion. Uncertainty around COVID- 19 and its impacts can be scary. 

We want you to know that the Julie Valentine Center is still providing crisis and therapeutic services through our rape crisis hotline and through telehealth. If you are in need of immediate services, please contact us at 864-467-3633.

Keeping Yourself Healthy 

• How To Protect Your Mental Health During The Coronavirus Outbreak​
• Coronavirus: Mental Health Coping Strategies

Grounding Techniques
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Breathing Techniques
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Tips for Friends
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Activities 

Adult Coloring - Mandala
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Adult Coloring - Mandala 2
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Adult Coloring - Mandala 3
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Video Resources

• Self Compassion Parts 1 - 5 
  
• The Space Between Self-Esteem and Self Compassion

Coping During Covid-19 Pandemic

• Start every day with the same activity, like a 15-minute walk or making your bed.
• Eat meals around the same time every day. Have a “bed time”.
• Plan regular times to go grocery shopping, check your mail, and run errands.

Keep Your Mind Occupied

• Organizing your cabinets and drawers.
  
• Doing a puzzle.
  
• Helping someone with their homework remotely.
• Completing the census.
  
• Donating blood.
  
• Making face masks for local organizations.

Move Your Body 

• Stream online workout videos.
  
• Take a walk or ride your bike.
  
• Do some gardening.
  
• Watch dance instructional videos and learn a new move!
• Adopt a yoga practice. Remember this is also a good time to practice mindfulness and deep breathing.

Take A Break and Turn It Off
​Having access to constant streams of information can sometimes feel overwhelming. Consider blocking off time in your day to intentionally disconnect from the media.