How to Cope with Uncertainty During a Pandemic?
Arthritis Life1 Feb 2022

How to Cope with Uncertainty During a Pandemic?

After living with rheumatoid arthritis, a disease characterized by at times unpredictable flare-ups and remissions) for nineteen years, host Cheryl Crow is no stranger to uncertainty.

However, the pandemic has brought a whole new level of uncertainty to the lives of those who are vulnerable, including Cheryl.

In this discussion, mental health occupational therapist Carlyn Neek and Cheryl focus discuss ways that Acceptance and Commitment Therapy tools can help people cope with uncertainty and continue moving towards a full and meaningful life despite so many things being out of their control.

Cheryl & Carlyn also delve into specific ways that being immunocompromised and vulnerable to other’s actions has emotionally affected people, and ways to cope with difficult emotions like anger, jealousy and anxiety.\

Medical disclaimer:

All content found on Arthritis Life public channels was created for generalized informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Episode Sponsors

Rheumatoid Arthritis Roadmap, a self-paced online course Cheryl created that teaches you how to confidently manage your physical, social and emotional life with rheumatoid arthritis.

Rheum to THRIVE, a community support & education program Cheryl created to help people with rheumatic disease go from overwhelmed, confused and alone to confident, supported and connected. The next group starts in Spring 2022!

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