People are beginning to struggle with self-isolation as more states order people to stay home or at least attempt to restrict interaction.
Perhaps no one on earth has a better perspective on isolation than Chris Hadfield, who stayed in space for 166 days.
Here's his 2-minute video on staying sane.
via Chris Hadfield
His first takeaway is to know the actual risk. We've seen a lot of amplified paranoia.
There are real risks with COVID-19 and real steps you need to take. Panicking is not one of those steps.
For extra reading, here are more tips on surviving quarantine from:
- A Prisoner who has spent 27 years in Solitary Confinement
- More astronauts including Scott Kelly and Peggy Whitson
How are you holding up?
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