Between the recent events of the Covid-19 crisis and the terrible death of George Floyd, it can be incredibly difficult to process these stressful and turbulent times.

Here are 5 natural ways to improve mental health and alleviate stress by Sandee LaMotte, CNN:

• Get enough exercise
• Focus on sleep
• Deep Breathing
• Take up yoga, tai chi or qi gong
• Meditation

Eating healthier food and nutrition is also very important for great stress relief. 

The CDC's advice for coping with mental stress during Covid 19 collaborates with LaMotte's advice: 

Take breaks from watching, reading, or listening to news stories, including those on social media. Hearing about the pandemic repeatedly can be upsetting.

Take care of your body.

• Take deep breaths, stretch, or  meditate.
• Try to eat healthy, well-balanced meals.
• Exercise regularly.
• Get plenty of sleep.
• Avoid excessive alcohol and drug use.
• Make time to unwind. Try to do some other activities you enjoy.
• Connect with others. Talk with people you trust about your concerns and how you are feeling.
• Connect with your community- or faith-based organizations. While social distancing measures are in place, consider connecting online, through social media, or by phone or mail.

Source: CNN, CDC