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DAYNA’S DOSE: COVID-19 (aka Coronavirus): How to not only cope but thrive in a climate of panic

I admit that prior to being asked to write this article on the Coronavirus, I was a member of the “Oh, come on—it’s just the flu” bandwagon. And while I’m still not worried that I personally could die from the virus (I’m not in the high-risk group), I now understand why those who are responsible for the lives of all citizens are concerned. It’s a pandemic and needs to be taken seriously. The good news is that with a little effort COVID-19 is completely preventable.

Cabin Fever Chronicles

Photo by Felix Mittermeier from Pexels Welcome to South King Media’s ‘Cabin Fever Chronicles’ page. Here we’ll be sharing stories and thoughts from our Readers and others about how we’re […]

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DAYNA’S DOSE: The importance of imagination, play, and humor in adulthood

When we were children everything we did was play—activities done for the sheer pleasure of doing them, not to achieve any particular outcome. We used our imaginations and laughed easily. As adults, many of us have lost some of our ability to imagine and have become practical, goal-driven, and more concerned with playing by the rules than enjoying ourselves.

While play is vital to childhood development, it is equally essential in adulthood for wellbeing, adaptability, connection, happiness and innovation.