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How to cope with stress and anxiety caused by the war in Ukraine | Imminent war - Part 4 Timestamp 0:00 intro 1:00 how to cope with Stress and Anxiety caused by war in Ukraine 1:58 how to distract yourself by doing meaningful things | charity works for Ukraine refugees 2:28 food preparation ideas for war | creative war recipes ideas 3:32 how to take care of yourself during shtf 6:25 how to mute triggering war news update 7:46 global food shortages situation | How to stop Panic buying 8:34 preparing for shtf The Russian invasion of Ukraine and the concerns about war are a lot to handle. But if you understand how the flow of information about the conflict is impacting you mentally, there are steps you can take to protect your mental health and maintain a sense of peace. Mute triggering content. Avoid certain topics, words, or phrases that can trigger anxiety or stress. Cut back, pause, or step away from certain types of news coverage if the news affects you too much. Limit time spent on consuming news on war. With smartphones, it’s easy to get daily updates, newsletters, notifications, and minute-by-minute alerts about breaking news. This can easily become too much information to handle. Turn off or delete certain news sites or apps, especially if they’re overwhelming you. Be intentional with social media use. Besides mainstream news coverage, constantly refreshing or scrolling through social media apps for new angles on war coverage can cause information overload. You may also become exposed to fake news or misinformation. Instead, be proactive about the type of content you consume. Be selective about what accounts you follow and stick to trusted news sources. Delete some of the apps if necessary. Accept uncertainty. To deal with worry or stress war may cause, focus on what you can control. It’s completely normal to feel uncertain. To combat it, take care of your health, lessen exposure to negative news, and practice accepting your emotions. Take care of yourself. Regularly exercise, eat well, and prioritize sleep. To take your mind off stress or worry, try doing activities that make you feel good. If you’re feeling lonely, check in with your friends and family. How to Manage War Anxiety It’s understandable that you want to closely follow news coverage about war and current events. But it’s important to pay attention to how it affects your physical and emotional health. Here are a few tips to avoid triggers and manage anxiety.