{"id":666,"date":"2020-11-24T10:16:30","date_gmt":"2020-11-24T10:16:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hisownmancounselling.co.uk\/blog\/?p=666"},"modified":"2021-01-17T13:24:25","modified_gmt":"2021-01-17T13:24:25","slug":"push-through-the-pandemic-with-solid-self-care-strategies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hisownmancounselling.co.uk\/blog\/2020\/11\/24\/push-through-the-pandemic-with-solid-self-care-strategies\/","title":{"rendered":"Push Through the Pandemic With Solid Self-Care Strategies"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/hisownmancounselling.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Thank-you-from-Hisowmancounselling-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-677\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hisownmancounselling.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Thank-you-from-Hisowmancounselling-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/hisownmancounselling.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Thank-you-from-Hisowmancounselling-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/hisownmancounselling.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Thank-you-from-Hisowmancounselling-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/hisownmancounselling.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Thank-you-from-Hisowmancounselling-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/hisownmancounselling.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Thank-you-from-Hisowmancounselling-1-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/hisownmancounselling.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Thank-you-from-Hisowmancounselling-1-1280x853.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/hisownmancounselling.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Thank-you-from-Hisowmancounselling-1.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>I&#8217;d like to say a big thank you to <a href=\"https:\/\/hisownmancounselling.co.uk\">hisownman&#8217;s<\/a> guest blogger Cheryl Conkin over at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.wellnesscentral.info\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wellcentral.info<\/a> for writing this awesome article!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">Initial research suggests that COVID-19 has&nbsp;an adverse effect on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thelancet.com\/journals\/laninf\/article\/PIIS1473-3099(20)30797-0\/fulltext\"><u>mental health<\/u><\/a>, and mental health appears to improve when restrictions are lightened and individuals are not relegated to just their homes. While this makes sense to many, it can still be difficult to revert back to your old routine, especially for men who have shifted to working from home and taking on even more household responsibilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Embracing the art of <a href=\"https:\/\/magazine.vitality.co.uk\/the-importance-of-self-care\/\"><u>self-care<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;is just as important for men as it is for women, and <u><a href=\"https:\/\/hisownmancounselling.co.uk\/\">Hisownmancounselling.co.u<\/a><\/u><a href=\"https:\/\/hisownmancounselling.co.uk\/\"><u>k<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;wants to help. Here are a few easy ways any man can boost his spirits in the days following the COVID-19 pandemic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"alignfull wp-block-ugb-blockquote ugb-blockquote ugb-4ab86a0 ugb-blockquote--v3 ugb-blockquote--design-basic ugb-main-block ugb-main-block--inner-center ugb--has-block-background\" id=\"\"><style>.ugb-4ab86a0 .ugb-blockquote__item{background-color:#313131 !important;border-radius:0px !important;text-align:center !important}.ugb-4ab86a0 .ugb-blockquote__item:before{background-color:#313131 !important}.ugb-4ab86a0 .ugb-blockquote__quote{fill:var(--stk-global-color-36389,#37cdc0) !important;opacity:0.3;width:150px !important;height:150px !important;top:19px !important}.ugb-4ab86a0 .ugb-blockquote__text{font-family:\"Merriweather\",Sans-serif !important;font-size:28px !important;color:#ffffff}.ugb-4ab86a0.ugb-blockquote{padding-top:80px !important;padding-bottom:80px !important;background-color:var(--stk-global-color-52097,#111111)}.ugb-4ab86a0.ugb-blockquote:before{background-color:var(--stk-global-color-52097,#111111)}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-blockquote__item\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 50 50\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"ugb-blockquote__quote\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\"><path d=\"M19.8 9.3C10.5 11.8 4.6 17 2.1 24.8c2.3-3.6 5.6-5.4 9.9-5.4 3.3 0 6 1.1 8.3 3.3 2.2 2.2 3.4 5 3.4 8.3 0 3.2-1.1 5.8-3.3 8-2.2 2.2-5.1 3.2-8.7 3.2-3.7 0-6.5-1.2-8.6-3.5C1 36.3 0 33.1 0 29 0 18.3 6.5 11.2 19.6 7.9l.2 1.4zm26.4 0C36.9 11.9 31 17 28.5 24.8c2.2-3.6 5.5-5.4 9.8-5.4 3.2 0 6 1.1 8.3 3.2 2.3 2.2 3.4 4.9 3.4 8.3 0 3.1-1.1 5.8-3.3 7.9-2.2 2.2-5.1 3.3-8.6 3.3-3.7 0-6.6-1.1-8.6-3.4-2.1-2.3-3.1-5.5-3.1-9.7 0-10.7 6.6-17.8 19.7-21.1l.1 1.4z\"><\/path><\/svg><div class=\"ugb-blockquote__content\"><p class=\"ugb-blockquote__text\">\u201cTo love oneself is the beginning of a lifelong romance. \u201d \u2013&nbsp;<strong>Oscar Wilde<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Revamp Your Surroundings<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">If you have been stuck at home for a while, you may be tired of staring at the same layout and the same decor. Tense feelings may also build up if your family is arguing and complaining or being critical of one another.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> You can relieve built-up tension by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/clearing-bad-energy-from-your-home\/\"><u>turning<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;your home into a fresh and vibrant&nbsp;space in a few easy steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Open the curtains to let more light in.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smartdraw.com\/floor-plan\/room-planning-software.htm\"><u>Move<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;the furniture around for a fresh perspective.<\/li><li>Add some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thejoyofplants.co.uk\/houseplants-help-reduce-stress-and-boost-your-mood\"><u>plants<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;to a room.<\/li><li>Declutter spaces like doorways and offices.<\/li><li>Add mirrors to make a space look larger.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"alignfull wp-block-ugb-blockquote ugb-blockquote ugb-d079c94 ugb-blockquote--v3 ugb-blockquote--design-basic ugb-main-block ugb-main-block--inner-center ugb--has-block-background\" id=\"\"><style>.ugb-d079c94 .ugb-blockquote__item{background-color:#313131 !important;border-radius:0px !important;text-align:center !important}.ugb-d079c94 .ugb-blockquote__item:before{background-color:#313131 !important}.ugb-d079c94 .ugb-blockquote__quote{fill:var(--stk-global-color-36389,#37cdc0) !important;opacity:0.3;width:150px !important;height:150px !important;top:19px !important}.ugb-d079c94 .ugb-blockquote__text{font-family:\"Merriweather\",Sans-serif !important;font-size:28px !important;color:#ffffff}.ugb-d079c94.ugb-blockquote{padding-top:80px !important;padding-bottom:80px !important;background-color:#000000}.ugb-d079c94.ugb-blockquote:before{background-color:#000000}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-blockquote__item\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 50 50\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"ugb-blockquote__quote\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\"><path d=\"M19.8 9.3C10.5 11.8 4.6 17 2.1 24.8c2.3-3.6 5.6-5.4 9.9-5.4 3.3 0 6 1.1 8.3 3.3 2.2 2.2 3.4 5 3.4 8.3 0 3.2-1.1 5.8-3.3 8-2.2 2.2-5.1 3.2-8.7 3.2-3.7 0-6.5-1.2-8.6-3.5C1 36.3 0 33.1 0 29 0 18.3 6.5 11.2 19.6 7.9l.2 1.4zm26.4 0C36.9 11.9 31 17 28.5 24.8c2.2-3.6 5.5-5.4 9.8-5.4 3.2 0 6 1.1 8.3 3.2 2.3 2.2 3.4 4.9 3.4 8.3 0 3.1-1.1 5.8-3.3 7.9-2.2 2.2-5.1 3.3-8.6 3.3-3.7 0-6.6-1.1-8.6-3.4-2.1-2.3-3.1-5.5-3.1-9.7 0-10.7 6.6-17.8 19.7-21.1l.1 1.4z\"><\/path><\/svg><div class=\"ugb-blockquote__content\"><p class=\"ugb-blockquote__text\">\u201cAn empty lantern provides no light. Self-care is the fuel that allows your light to shine brightly.\u201d \u2013&nbsp;<strong>Unknown<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Sort Out Your Grooming Routine<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">It is all too easy to go for days without styling your hair, shaving or even showering. While a shaggy look can be appealing, try not to neglect your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.esquire.com\/uk\/style\/grooming\/news\/a6949\/13-grooming-tips-every-man-should-know\/\"><u>grooming routine<\/u><\/a>, especially during a quarantine.&nbsp; If you have not done so yet, research which skin and hair products are best suited for your needs. Some products you may wish to add to your cabinet include foot lotion, facial scrub and eye cream (for those dark circles).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/hisownmancounselling.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/shaving-utensils-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-699\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hisownmancounselling.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/shaving-utensils-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/hisownmancounselling.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/shaving-utensils-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/hisownmancounselling.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/shaving-utensils-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/hisownmancounselling.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/shaving-utensils-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/hisownmancounselling.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/shaving-utensils-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/hisownmancounselling.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/shaving-utensils-1280x853.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/hisownmancounselling.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/shaving-utensils.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Aim for Quality Sleep<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">If there is a lot on your mind as far as work and health are concerned, it can be difficult to get a good night&#8217;s sleep. Sleep deprivation <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisislocallondon.co.uk\/youngreporter\/18196809.important-sleep-health-eve-okubadejo-dggs\/\"><u>can affect everything<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;from your productivity to your driving ability. If you are having trouble sleeping, you may wish to consult your physician about supplements and try turning in earlier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"alignfull wp-block-ugb-blockquote ugb-blockquote ugb-503511a ugb-blockquote--v3 ugb-blockquote--design-basic ugb-main-block ugb-main-block--inner-center ugb--has-block-background\" id=\"\"><style>.ugb-503511a .ugb-blockquote__item{background-color:#313131 !important;border-radius:0px !important;text-align:center !important}.ugb-503511a .ugb-blockquote__item:before{background-color:#313131 !important}.ugb-503511a .ugb-blockquote__quote{fill:var(--stk-global-color-36389,#37cdc0) !important;opacity:0.3;width:150px !important;height:150px !important;top:19px !important}.ugb-503511a .ugb-blockquote__text{font-family:\"Merriweather\",Sans-serif !important;font-size:28px !important;color:#ffffff}.ugb-503511a.ugb-blockquote{padding-top:80px !important;padding-bottom:80px !important;background-color:var(--stk-global-color-52097,#111111)}.ugb-503511a.ugb-blockquote:before{background-color:var(--stk-global-color-52097,#111111)}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-blockquote__item\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 50 50\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"ugb-blockquote__quote\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\"><path d=\"M19.8 9.3C10.5 11.8 4.6 17 2.1 24.8c2.3-3.6 5.6-5.4 9.9-5.4 3.3 0 6 1.1 8.3 3.3 2.2 2.2 3.4 5 3.4 8.3 0 3.2-1.1 5.8-3.3 8-2.2 2.2-5.1 3.2-8.7 3.2-3.7 0-6.5-1.2-8.6-3.5C1 36.3 0 33.1 0 29 0 18.3 6.5 11.2 19.6 7.9l.2 1.4zm26.4 0C36.9 11.9 31 17 28.5 24.8c2.2-3.6 5.5-5.4 9.8-5.4 3.2 0 6 1.1 8.3 3.2 2.3 2.2 3.4 4.9 3.4 8.3 0 3.1-1.1 5.8-3.3 7.9-2.2 2.2-5.1 3.3-8.6 3.3-3.7 0-6.6-1.1-8.6-3.4-2.1-2.3-3.1-5.5-3.1-9.7 0-10.7 6.6-17.8 19.7-21.1l.1 1.4z\"><\/path><\/svg><div class=\"ugb-blockquote__content\"><p class=\"ugb-blockquote__text\">\u201cIf you get tired, learn to rest, not to quit.\u201d \u2013&nbsp;<strong>Banksy<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Take a Breather Once a Day<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Me time&#8221; is not a concept that is exclusively used for mums. Men have a lot to deal with, too, and if you do not have some sort of outlet, your pent-up feelings could <a href=\"https:\/\/hisownmancounselling.co.uk\/blog\/2020\/05\/03\/how-to-control-your-anger-and-not-lose-control\/\"><u>burst forth<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;in a way you may regret. Learning when you need to step away can be difficult. Try scheduling in a specific block of your day that you can use to be alone or do something you enjoy. If you are still struggling with anger management or overwhelming feelings, you might consider talking with <a href=\"https:\/\/hisownmancounselling.co.uk\/contact.html\"><u>a counsellor<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-image-box ugb-image-box ugb-2ec57c1 ugb-image-box--v4 ugb-image-box--columns-1 ugb-image-box--design-basic ugb-main-block\" id=\"\"><style>.ugb-2ec57c1 .ugb-image-box__item1 .ugb-image-box__image{background-image:url(https:\/\/hisownmancounselling.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/coffee-1024x683.jpg)}.ugb-2ec57c1 .ugb-image-box__item:hover .ugb-image-box__overlay-hover{opacity:0.7 !important}.ugb-2ec57c1 .ugb-image-box__title{font-size:28px !important;color:#000000 !important}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-image-box__item ugb-image-box__item1 ugb-image-box__box\"><div class=\"ugb-image-box__box ugb-image-box__image-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-image-box__box ugb-image-box__image\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ugb-image-box__box ugb-image-box__overlay-hover\"><\/div><div class=\"ugb-image-box__content\"><div class=\"ugb-image-box__header\"><h4 class=\"ugb-image-box__title\">Try this<\/h4><\/div><p class=\"ugb-image-box__description\">Sit somewhere quiet with a coffee.  Close your eyes and notice how the cup or mug feels.  Notice the heat coming through the mug to your hands.  Take a deep sniff of the coffee.  Notice how it smells.  These actions &#8220;bring you back to the present&#8221; and can help you feel more relaxed and calm.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Overhaul Your Diet<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The foods you eat play a direct role in your overall health. Ready-made and processed foods can contribute to feelings of depression and anxiety. The BBC notes choosing to indulge in healthy amounts of fruits and vegetables as a part of a healthy lifestyle, however, could <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbc.com\/news\/health-51036468\"><u>add years<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;to your life. There are even particular foods that are great for <a href=\"http:\/\/www.loughboroughsciencepark.co.uk\/the-top-12-best-foods-for-mens-health\/\"><u>men to eat<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;regularly:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Beans are great for the heart and testosterone levels.<\/li><li>Oysters are heart-healthy and boost your immune system.<\/li><li>Grapes are also good for testosterone levels.<\/li><li>Watermelon improves blood circulation.<\/li><li>Garlic aids in fighting disease and infection.<\/li><li>Eggs are a good source of vitamin D.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"alignfull wp-block-ugb-blockquote ugb-blockquote ugb-63773bf ugb-blockquote--v3 ugb-blockquote--design-basic ugb-main-block ugb-main-block--inner-center ugb--has-block-background\" id=\"\"><style>.ugb-63773bf .ugb-blockquote__item{background-color:#313131 !important;border-radius:0px !important;text-align:center !important}.ugb-63773bf .ugb-blockquote__item:before{background-color:#313131 !important}.ugb-63773bf .ugb-blockquote__quote{fill:var(--stk-global-color-36389,#37cdc0) !important;opacity:0.3;width:150px !important;height:150px !important;top:19px !important}.ugb-63773bf .ugb-blockquote__text{font-family:\"Merriweather\",Sans-serif !important;font-size:28px !important;color:#ffffff}.ugb-63773bf.ugb-blockquote{padding-top:80px !important;padding-bottom:80px !important;background-color:var(--stk-global-color-52097,#111111)}.ugb-63773bf.ugb-blockquote:before{background-color:var(--stk-global-color-52097,#111111)}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-blockquote__item\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 50 50\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"ugb-blockquote__quote\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\"><path d=\"M19.8 9.3C10.5 11.8 4.6 17 2.1 24.8c2.3-3.6 5.6-5.4 9.9-5.4 3.3 0 6 1.1 8.3 3.3 2.2 2.2 3.4 5 3.4 8.3 0 3.2-1.1 5.8-3.3 8-2.2 2.2-5.1 3.2-8.7 3.2-3.7 0-6.5-1.2-8.6-3.5C1 36.3 0 33.1 0 29 0 18.3 6.5 11.2 19.6 7.9l.2 1.4zm26.4 0C36.9 11.9 31 17 28.5 24.8c2.2-3.6 5.5-5.4 9.8-5.4 3.2 0 6 1.1 8.3 3.2 2.3 2.2 3.4 4.9 3.4 8.3 0 3.1-1.1 5.8-3.3 7.9-2.2 2.2-5.1 3.3-8.6 3.3-3.7 0-6.6-1.1-8.6-3.4-2.1-2.3-3.1-5.5-3.1-9.7 0-10.7 6.6-17.8 19.7-21.1l.1 1.4z\"><\/path><\/svg><div class=\"ugb-blockquote__content\"><p class=\"ugb-blockquote__text\">\u201cA man cannot be comfortable without his own approval.\u201d<br><strong>Mark Twain<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Go Easy on Yourself<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most importantly, in the middle of a global pandemic, you need to go easy on yourself. Find what helps you feel more like your old self, whether that is changing around the furniture, going to bed earlier or switching up the snacks you choose. With a little focus on yourself from time to time, you may find you enjoy life&nbsp;more than before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Connect with <u><em><a href=\"https:\/\/hisownmancounselling.co.uk\/contact.html\">Hisownmancounselling.co<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/hisownmancounselling.co.uk\/\">.u<\/a><\/em><\/u><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/hisownmancounselling.co.uk\/\"><em><u><em>k<\/em><\/u><\/em><\/a><em>&nbsp;for more information on living a happy and healthy lifestyle!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"alignfull wp-block-ugb-cta ugb-cta ugb-fac1f3f ugb-cta ugb-cta--v2 ugb-cta--design-plain ugb-main-block ugb-main-block--inner-wide ugb--has-block-background ugb--has-background-overlay\" id=\"\"><style>.ugb-fac1f3f .ugb-cta__title,.ugb-fac1f3f .ugb-cta__description,.ugb-fac1f3f .ugb-button-container{text-align:left !important}.ugb-fac1f3f .ugb-cta__title{color:var(--stk-global-color-88711,#313131)}.ugb-fac1f3f .ugb-button-container{margin-bottom:-50px !important}.ugb-fac1f3f .ugb-button .ugb-button--inner{font-family:\"Lato\",Sans-serif !important}.ugb-fac1f3f .ugb-button{background-color:#313131;border-radius:100px !important}.ugb-fac1f3f .ugb-button .ugb-button--inner,.ugb-fac1f3f .ugb-button svg{color:#ffffff !important}.ugb-fac1f3f .ugb-button:before{border-radius:100px !important}.ugb-fac1f3f .ugb-inner-block{text-align:left}.ugb-fac1f3f.ugb-cta{min-height:400px;background-color:var(--stk-global-color-58632,#ffffff);background-image:url(https:\/\/hisownmancounselling.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/man-in-sunglasses.jpg);background-position:top left}.ugb-fac1f3f.ugb-cta:before{background-color:var(--stk-global-color-58632,#ffffff);opacity:0.4}@media screen and (-ms-high-contrast:active),screen and (-ms-high-contrast:none){.ugb-fac1f3f.ugb-cta{height:400px}}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-cta__item\"><h2 class=\"ugb-cta__title\">Need some help?<\/h2><div class=\"ugb-button-container\"><a class=\"ugb-button ugb-button--size-small ugb--hover-effect-lift\" href=\"https:\/\/hisownmancounselling.co.uk\/contact.html\" rel=\"\"><span class=\"ugb-button--inner\">Contact me <\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Initial research suggests that COVID-19 has&nbsp;an adverse effect on mental health, and mental health appears to improve when restrictions are lightened and individuals are not relegated to just their homes. 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