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Lauren Bennett, M.A., LMHC, of Hale Counseling & Coaching in Hamilton
important, too, and trying to achieve pre-pandemic levels of
efficiency sets an unhealthy and unrealistic precedent, says
Lauren Bennett, M.A., LMHC, of Hale Counseling & Coach-
ing in Hamilton.
"Some people even report that too much time spent
talking to others remotely constantly reinforces the fact that
we can't see some people in person, making this form of
connection even more depressing," she says. "Recognize when
it's time for you to log off and take a break from the screen."
D O G E T O U TS I D E
It can be easy to go days without leaving the house,
especially in the cold weather. Avoid that trap. Pietal
suggests going for a walk, a drive, or sitting outside by the
fire to help you feel refreshed and rejuvenated.
"You'll enjoy the change of scenery and won't feel so
cooped up," she says.
Bennet agrees, noting that there "are entire mental health
treatment programs dedicated to fresh air. Fresh air means
oxygen, and oxygen means brain food."
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