Lockdown has changed a lot of things in our lives ,since this is the first time we are experiencing such thing due to pandemic it is causing difficulty to deal with it. But instead of getting irritated or spending time being restless or anxious you can try to get normalised with new routine for yourself.
- Set up a new routine schedule, include physical exercise that you can practice indoors.
- Practice yoga or meditation
- Practice sleep hygiene
- You can utilise this time to explore your inner self ,try and invest time in a hobby
- spend maximum time with your family or friends whoever you are staying with during the lockdown
- Utilise online social networking to be in contact with your loved ones.
Next Steps
If along with irritability you have sad mood ,sleep disturbances, pessimistic thoughts ets ,not able to carry out normal routine work or professional work, consult a psychiatrist.