This is the first in a series of videos I want to do while many of us are facing an unprecedented time of isolation. If you have an idea for something you want me to talk about, academic or not, let me know on Twitter, @web20classroom. 

Over the last the several days many adults and kids have had their world turned upside down with the closure of school and recommended social distancing to stop the spread of the Covid-19 virus. For myself, in just a matter of 3 days I went from a calendar full of travel and events to isolation in my home. Even my own daughters had school on a Friday to no school for 2 weeks to not knowing when they would return, all in the course of a few hours.

These changes can and are causing a great deal of stress and anxiety that I am hearing and feeling personally.

So I began to think, what can we do, together, to help ourselves and each other to reduce anxiety and stress during this time.

Here are some links to explore mentioned in the video.

Journaling
A journal could be a simple sheet of paper or an old notebook. It doesn’t have to be anything special. If you are looking for some guided journaling here are some ideas.
https://theimagineproject.org/the-7-step-journals/
https://www.journalbuddies.com/journaling-resources/self-esteem-confidence-journal-prompts-for-kids/
https://www.theodysseyonline.com/journal-prompts-anxiety

Home Exercise Routines
https://qalo.com/blogs/qalo-life/12-at-home-workouts-to-do-with-your-kids
https://www.parents.com/fun/sports/exercise/strength-training-exercises-for-kids/
https://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/beginner-body-weight-workout-burn-fat-build-muscle/
https://www.healthline.com/health/fitness-exercises/10-best-exercises-everyday

Meditation and Mindfulness
https://www.calm.com/
https://www.headspace.com/
https://www.mindful.org/meditation/mindfulness-getting-started/
https://kidshealth.org/en/kids/mindfulness.html