Hurricanes from a Counselor's Eyes
Hurricane season is upon us. With the next storm approaching, everyone is beginning their preparations and going through their checklists. There are checklists available everywhere for supplies, but what about the emotional checklist for hurricane preparedness?
If you have been through a destructive hurricane, you know the anxiety and fear that they can bring. When another hurricane threatens, those old feelings of fear re-surface. What can you do to improve your emotional strength to weather oncoming storms?
- Be prepared physically:
Go through your checklist. This will settle some of the fear.
Do you have your supplies of food and water?
Have you boarded up the windows, if needed?
Have you checked your roof recently for leaks or damage?
- Think about your resources:
Do you have friends you can call on for help?
Where is the nearest shelter should I need it?
- Remind yourself of your strengths:
Remember all the trials you have already survived. Take a deep breath, and believe in your ability to handle this!
--
Priscilla Kelly, LMHC
There Is Hope!
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