The Corona Survival List

A collections of resources, tools, uplift and fun to get you through tough times

In the midst of the coronavirus and the devastation being caused by illness along with financial stress and hardship, I found it difficult to find the words for this letter. Do I skim past the current reality of our nation and world? Or, do I take a nose dive in the myriad of Covid-19 facts and assumptions?

Well my Dear Wednesday Family, I say neither! I have decided to send you resources and encouragement. Many of you are probably working from home, not working but still at home or even caring for sick loved ones or yourself. Stress is high and people's compassion tanks are running on empty; therefore it is time for a pick me up! Please utilize this list of resources for your entertainment, growth, connection and mental health.

Don’t forget, the Challenge.Courage Team is ALWAYS here for you so do not hesitate to read out to us! We love you all and we are all in this together!

Uplifting Quotes & Scriptures

• "The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched - they must be felt with the heart." Helen Keller

• “There are two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle.”  Albert Einstein

• “Taking care of yourself makes you stronger for everyone in your life… including you.” Kelly Rudolph

• "When someone is going through a storm…your silent presence is more powerful than a million empty words." Thelma Davis

• "Sometimes the best thing you can do is not think, not obsess. Just breathe and have faith that all will work out for the best." Karen Salman Shon

May these words be a comfort to EVERY Soul, regardless of beliefs, gender, race or opinions

• Peace: John 16:33

• Comfort: Psalm 23:4

A prayer for you and your loved ones

“The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.”

Numbers 6:24-26 | NIV

Community Connection Resources

• thatwednesdaylife community blog site - Free to join! You will have the ability to connect with a community as well as enjoy forum topics, previous Dear Wednesday Letters and make friends from around the globe.

• Phone Calls: Call or video chat loved ones and friends on the phone and have a good chat. Maybe this is the time to call someone who have not spoken to in a while. (Just make sure it’s a healthy connection)

• Reading: Grab a book you have been waiting to read, try listening to a book on Audible

• Try a meditation app: CALM, Headspace, Yoga Glo, Breathe 2 Relax for deep meditation and help sleeping. You can also head over to YouTube and search for meditative instrumentals and guided meditation.

Mental Health Resources

If you are struggling with depression, loneliness, anxiety. etc, or if you are just plain out struggling to cope with social distancing or have been diagnosed with the COVID-19 (this is a struggling/tough time for us all), please check out these mental health resources:

• Emotional Intelligence Network: Resources to help create a healthier mindset during tough times. https://www.6seconds.org/2020/03/10/eq-resources-covid-19/

• The Disaster Distress Helpline: This service can provide immediate counseling to anyone who is seeking help in coping with the mental or emotional effects caused by developments related to the coronavirus pandemic.

~CALL: 1-800-985-5990 or TEXT: ‘TalkWithUs’ to 66746

• National Council of Non-profits: Select your State on the map and you will get a list of COVID-19 based non-profits in your area. https://www.councilofnonprofits.org/nonprofits-and-coronavirus-covid-19

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention CDC: What you can do to protect yourself, how to prepare for a shut down, what to do if you do contract the Coronavirus and how to recognize the symptoms of the virus along with when and how to get help. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/home/index.html

Resources for Fun

Now that we have coved the serious matters, we must also remember that laughter is important especially during tough times. SO please enjoy these silly pics. My hope is that you will finish this blog with a smile on your face, even if only for a moment.

Entertainment - When you just need to dance!

• Follow #togetherathome on all social media outlets and globalcitizen.org for mini-concerts, talks, celebrity sightings and more. Check out all of the more recent concerts here.

• Check out DJ @dnice for his final #clubquarantine - Couch Party: A Voter Registration Live Set live on his IG at 6:30p.m. for a music throw-back experience of a lifetime.

Remember, WE are here for you and with you! You are only alone if you choose to be.

With Love and lots of Lysol,

AshleyMarcel

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This Dear Wednesday Letter was hand-crafted by AshleyMarcel an Administrative Guru, Public Health advocate, Graduate Student, Mentor, Motivator and Cultural Enthusiast. Ms. Marcel has worked closely with both men and women both domestically and abroad helping to build stronger communities and healthier people. She has worked in the administrative world for over five years and is currently studying public health research. Look out for Ms.Marcel, there is much more to come! You can find AshleyMarcel on social media @anwilli7 on IG.