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FACE COVID - Dr. Russ Harris F: focus on what we can control A: acknowledge our thoughts and feelings C: come back into our bodies ... E: engage in what we can do C: committed action - focus on what we can control O: open up V: values - focus on what is important to us I: identify resources D: disinfect and distant physically (not socially) Dr. Russ Harris, ACT psychologist and author of The Happiness Trap, developed this incredibly helpful abbreviation - to assist us in remembering the steps for responding effectively to the coronavirus pandemic - FACE COVID. With the help of amazing illustrations & editing by Darko Tomi, this video can be a tool for wellness and well-being for anyone in your life! We encourage you to share the YouTube link with family and friends (see link bio)! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BmvNCdpHUYM&feature=youtu.be Russ has also created an illustrated ebook (https://drive.google.com//1OG58MgC4dR2PxwNhunCoYEaCO/view) free to download! We all have mental health, and at this time it is sooooo understandable and valid to... 1. Need time to adjust to focusing on what you CAN DO while social distancing 2. Learn and begin implementing what you may need to take care of our mental health & well-being 3. Ask for more support than ever, as well as offer support to loved ones and people who may need help 4. Continue increasing your ability to make room and normalize your thoughts & feelings, with compassion and kindness #FGCU #fgcuCAPS #fgcu20 #fgcu21 #fgcu22 #fgcu23 #collegementalhealth #FACECOVID #ACT #AcceptanceAndCommitmentTherapy #RussHarris #DarkoTomi Florida Gulf Coast University

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