Dr. Kiran Dintiala recommends limiting news to 20 minutes twice daily and avoiding social media spirals during crises. He suggests focusing on verified information and uplifting stories instead, plus relaxation exercises to calm your nervous system.
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Foreign. Hello, this is Dr. Kiran Dintiala aka Dr. Calm. So when things are going crazy, how do you stay calm? When everyone around you is panicking, how do you stay peaceful? First, stop consuming negative information. Constantly focusing on bad news is only going to make you feel anxious and worried. Ration the amount of news you watch. Possibly 20 minutes in the morning and 20 minutes in the evening. That's it. Avoid social media frenzy. Avoid inflammatory posts. Don't get dragged into pessimistic discussions. Stay positive. Discuss good things that uplift you and others. Share success stories that give hope to others. When there is uncertainty, it is hard to differentiate fact from fake news. Seek reliable sources for good information. Practice relaxation exercises. Relax your mind and body that helps you feel better. That boosts your immunity. A calm mind will give you the strength needed to stay rational and find this pandemic. Thanks so much for watching.