In today's podcast, I want you to know ONE important thing:  It is PERFECTLY okay to be worried about the coronavirus / COVID-19. You are not overreacting. You are not being 'over the top'. You may be concerned, and not even be experiencing anxiety. To be honest, this is a serious situation and so it would be kind of strange, if we weren't concerned about the potential outcomes. BUT... there are many ways to manage these feelings, in order to not get caught up permanently in a downward spiral, which only leads to panic and illogical thinking. In today's podcast, I'm sharing the preparations I've already taken (I'm a 'prep and forget' kinda gal!).... how I'm currently protecting myself... and 5 top tips on how to deal with coronavirus / COVID-19 related anxiety / worry, and not let it get out of control.  The risks ARE low. Logically, I’m not much more at risk of COVID-19 than I was before I knew it existed. But that doesn't mean we shouldn't take it seriously. Today's podcast is a NO JUDGMENT zone (I don't care if you've stockpiled loo rolls, disinfectant, pasta, or gin...), it's a place to get some great ideas on how to manage the fear that this virus is generating.    Honorable Mentions (if you can't access these links, try using the Apple Podcasts or Overcast apps) Research into car accident risk Andrew Saul's research No Germs hand sanitiser (alcohol free, UK brand) Worldometers statistics tracking for coronavirus / COVID-19 Les Mills on Demand BeachBody on Demand Yoga with Adriene (free YouTube yoga) Research into how loneliness and stress may decrease immunity (University of Ohio research, 2013).   Workbook on Self-Talk- FREE!   Workbook on Building Rituals - FREE! Instagram: @wildeaboutwellbeing Pinterest: @wildeaboutwellbeing Wilde About Wellbeing website