It's Election Week! Keep Calm And Safe As Results Come In
This generally is one of the most intense presidential elections of our lifetimes (hopefully). A lot is on the line, such as COVID-19, reproductive rights, LGBTQ rights, and the rights of POC. As a result, U.S. citizens have good reason to be on edge. Unfortunately, many people release their anxieties through violence and destruction, causing major worries across the entire country. Cities like Nyc and Boston have boarded up their windows when preparing for riots that may start as the results of the election start pouring in.
If you live within the major U.S. cities, it is possible to reduce your anxiety levels and keep yourself calm and safe as election results start coming.
Going to Protests
Being part of a peaceful protest typically doesn’t cause a lot of issues. However, if you choose to march down the streets with your sign, be certain that you're not alone. Bring a few friends and understand how you’ll leave when the situation becomes violent. Should you begin to see protesters break objects on someone’s property, leave. We don’t understand how the police is going to be reacting to violent protestors this week, and you don’t want to be there to see how they’ll handle the situation.
Campaign Signs
As polls come to a close on Election Day, it’d be considered a wise decision to get rid of any political signs from your yard. People have been stealing, ripping, and burning political signs all over the nation. If someone is mad enough concerning the election results, they might cause injury to your home as well if they see an opposing political sign. Hopefully, it won’t come to that, but this is an extra safety precaution that may help you sleep during the night.
Stay Calm
If you’re experiencing immense anxiety now, you're not alone. Millions over the Usa, and even the world, are anticipating what will happen as election results are available in. When examining election news, attempt to avoid articles that discuss violence and appear to be some sort of propaganda. Stay informed, but don't read anything that could cause a panic attack if you are vulnerable to them. If you do feel as if you're going to have a panic attack, or have one, several of the things that you can do:
- Recognize that you’re having an anxiety attack.
- Find an emphasis object.
- Use a deep breathing technique.
- Keep lavender on hand.
- Use muscle relaxation techniques.
Whatever Happens-Stick Together
In yesteryear 4 years, many Usa citizens have said that they've never seen the nation so divided. We should not allow this election to further divide us. When we do, then we’ll not be in a position to unite and solve the issues that everyday Americans are facing. With more conflict comes more distraction from what we all should be working towards. Healthcare, education, the immense wage gap: these topics, and many more, are extremely vital that you be forgotten because of anger. Keeping calm and safe as election results come in might help us stick together.