mindfulness

in this crazy time, here are a few things to keep in mind.  we are doing our part to stay at home, social distance ourselves and responsibly be prepared.

~costco isn't the only store.  we have had good luck getting toilet paper and hand sanitizer at our local grocery outlet.  people are also having better luck getting those items at lowes or home depot.  the crowds alone at costco would be enough to not want to go there.

~don't hoard.  stock up and have enough, but we are all in the same predicament, so be sure to leave enough for others.

~the virus tends to live the longest on metal and stainless steel surfaces.  for those with kids, think twice if you want to go to the park or take extra precautions.  we have been doing lots of nature walks or rock hunting instead.

~stay hydrated.  i have read that if you have the virus in your mouth, drinking water will allow it to travel to your stomach and be killed by stomach acid?  i'm not a doctor, but this kinda makes sense?  either way you should be doing it regardless.

~throw out your tooth brush and get a new one.  or at least disinfect it with alcohol.  you should be doing this every couple of months or when you are sick.

~i don't think we will go through a food shortage, but i definitely think about using our fresh and perishable goods first.  this may be extreme, but get some seeds to grow your own fruits/veggies. 

~if you do go out in public, take your clothes off and into the laundry when coming home.

~if you have a favorite local restaurant that is suffering, buy a gift card to be used at a later time.

~do an air exchange when you can.  if the weather is nice, open the windows and doors and get some clean fresh air inside.  we do this as often as we can during the sick season.

~this may be the hardest one, but be careful of the mindless scrolling and the information you consume, there is a lot of misguided info out there.

~move your body.  i hadn't been to the gym in about two weeks, and last weekend i started using our spin bike again.  it made the twitch in my eye go away (probably stress and anxiety related).

~lastly, we are all so busy and have a hard time unplugging, so enjoy this time with your family.