The tone of this episode of Being Well is a bit different. For context, we recorded it four days after the Russian invasion of Ukraine. 

It feels like we've had more than our fair share of difficult times over the last few years. Like many people, we wish there were more we could do to support those suffering around the world. Today Dr. Rick and Forrest focus on what we can do, in our mind and in our lives, to relate to the challenging emotions – fear, grief, anxiety, anger, helplessness, and so on – that naturally arise during these times. 

The advertising revenue from this episode will be donated to charities dedicated to supporting the people of Ukraine. If you'd like to join us in donating, we’ve included links below to several charities.

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Key Topics:

0:00: Introduction

5:10: Anxiety calming exercise

12:40: Pause

18:55: Feel your feelings

23:45: Resource yourself

26:45: Compassion

29:55: Humor

32:00: Get educated

40:35: Make a plan

45:55: Move into action

52:35: Recap

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CARE's Ukraine Crisis Fund

United Help Ukraine

Global Giving Ukraine Fund

Rescue.org

A list of charities by subject for supporting the people of Ukraine.

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