
Be realistic about your expectations
Don’t beat yourself up if you don’t finish the first draft of the next greatest coming-of-age novel. We hear constant updates about the financial and socio-political costs of what’s happening, but rarely are the emotional and cognitive costs given equal (if any!) weight. Don’t be ashamed if you’re finding it difficult to concentrate. Low motivation, restlessness, loss of sleep, and being easily distracted are all to be expected given the circumstances. People are highly adaptable, but remember, it does take time to adjust.