Anger, rage, and panic are natural emotions. At a basic instinctive level, they serve to protect people from threats and dangers. However, it seems people are experiencing these negative emotions for prolonged periods and this inevitably impacts our functioning at home and work.
In these times of isolation, working from home, and uncertainty, people are even more likely to feel these negative psychological responses. A beating heart, tightness in the chest or throat, fast and shallow breathing, clenched fists, and tightness in the jaw, neck, and shoulders are all indicators that our bodies are primed to react to danger. Yet, this time, the danger is not from a lion or tiger – it is from an unseen threat – Coronavirus.
At a time when the mental wellbeing of staff is being promoted, it is also important to recognise that colleagues, line managers, team leaders, and directors may also be experiencing intense emotions.
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