Posted on 25 April 2021
As lockdown restrictions ease, many of us are looking forward to reconnecting with friends, and re-engaging with activities that we have been missing out on over the past months. However, it is worth remembering that just as it took us all some time to get used to being in lockdown, it may take us some time to readjust to having fewer restrictions on our everyday lives..
For some, this may be the cause of stress and anxiety, so here are some tips to help you adjust:
Managing social anxiety
Togetherall, an online community providing wellbeing support, has a self-help course on managing social anxiety that gives techniques and strategies for challenging unhelpful thoughts and facing your fears. As a York student, you can access Togetherall free of charge.
The good news is that reconnecting with our social networks, getting outside more and exercising will all have a positive effect on our wellbeing.
More information
- Health and wellbeing
- Help and support
- How to look after your mental health during the coronavirus outbreak (Mental Health Foundation)
- Managing feelings about lockdown easing (MIND)