Covid-19 has made me more depressed i miss being outside, traveling, hanging with my friends and be happy.
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Hello, how are you today?
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i am ok so far
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What brings you here today?
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i am depressed and need some inspiration
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Depression can be hard to deal with. What do you think is contributing to your depression?
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Covid-19 and money issues
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Yeah, this has really been a hard time for all of us. How has it impacted you personally?
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my mom and sister had caught the virus they are doing ok now but it was rough
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I can understand how hard that must have been. I'm glad they are doing ok now though!
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yeah me too
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How have you been using your time during the crisis?
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yeah mostly working and meditation
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That's great! Meditation is also something I've picked up during this time. It's really helpful and can keep you balanced. Do you have a routine or do you just do it sporadically?
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i mostly do it sporadically but i do need to do it more often
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It's great to try to integrate it into your day. All of us tend to have at least a few moments each day to ourselves. Even if it's during a shower or bathroom break, you really can meditate anywhere! It's all about being in the here and now.
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so true
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When things get stressful, meditation can be difficult. Sometimes we get wrapped up so much in our emotions that trying to center yourself and focus on your breathing and the moment can be hard. One thing I've learned to be helpful when I'm stressed is to breathe in through my nose while internally counting to three and out through my mouth counting to three. The counting tends to distract my mind from whatever stressful thing I was thinking of before.
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i like that thank you for the tip i must use that more often
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You're welcome! Is there anything else you'd like to talk about?
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no that will be thanx for listening to me
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