COVID-19 Response: Play

Playing like we did when we were children, regular moderate exercise, walks in the woods and laughter have all been shown to improve health, well-being and immune function. PLAY: Work-life balance & fun with fitness at home, the final presentation in our COVID-19 Response & Resilience series, recommends daily TACOS….

  • Thanksgiving - Start your day by writing down 3 to 5 things/people/pets for whom you are grateful

  • Acknowledgment - Acknowledge (through meditation) your inner state/feelings and circumstance

  • Commitment - Commit to behaviors (thoughts/actions) that align with your aspirations to create favorable circumstance

  • Others - Share your gifts with others (e.g. listen with empathy, reach out to connect, share a laugh/humor, etc..)

  • Self - Self-care: Eat healthy, connect lovingly, balance work-life, have fun with fitness, sleep 7-9 hours

Resilience = Eat + Play + Love + Play

Resilience =TACOS*

*Adapted from a presentation by Stephen Garland, University of Virginia Wrestling Coach, May 3, 2020.