Dear Clients, Family & Friends,
Many people are dealing with at least some level of uncertainty in this unprecedented time and I think it’s safe to say many are anxious to get back to the lifestyles and communities they have placed on hold. The burden of this uncertainty affects your body, your mind, and your behavior.
In a recent presentation, Author and Speaker, Mike Staver, expressed the importance of embracing the notion that the duration of our current situation is temporary and that we should all work on managing our mindsets.
It is helpful to understand the difference between “stress” and “distress”. By definition, stress is pressure or tension exerted on an object or something that causes mental strain. Distress is defined as extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain.
Mr. Staver went on to give some great tips on managing stress while pointing out that the biggest difference between stress and distress is what you think about and what you do, or how you react.
As we move forward, focus on these key takeaways.
If you are in need of assistance, reach out. Below is a list of resources which may be of service to you during these difficult times:
Bozeman Area:
https://bozemanchamber.com/covid-19-resources
Big Sky Area:
https://bigskyrelief.org/
Livingston Area:
https://www.pccf-montana.org/programs-and-impact/covid-19-resources/
Statewide: