Emotion Regulation Strategies During COVID-19 Measure

I exercised.

I spent time outside.

I thought about how this situation is not going to last forever.

I interacted with people (via phone, video call, text message, in person).

I sought physical comfort from others (e.g., through a hug, holding hands).

I reflected on how I was feeling in writing.

I thought about the big picture.

I used mindfulness or meditation.

I tried to find a silver lining.

I engaged in a religious ritual (e.g., prayer) or family ritual (e.g., cooking or sharing a certain meal).

I talked to others about the situation to get their perspective or advice about issues surrounding the coronavirus.

I laughed it off or found humor in the situation.

I distracted myself by thinking about something else or doing another activity.

I vented to others by talking to them about my feelings surrounding the coronavirus.

I ate/drank to make myself feel better (excluding alcohol).

I drank alcohol to make myself feel better.

I tried to hide my anxiety by not showing or talking about how I was feeling.

I refused to let myself think about my anxiety.