Ways To Cope With The Pandemic: Emergency And Insurance Hotlines

Phase 2 is giving normalcy back to us, but we are still not out of the woods. If you find yourself worried or anxious over the ‘new norm’, here are all the help you need to keep calm and centered.  

You may have heard this countless times by now, but we are living in a very uncertain time. One moment, we were lamenting the extension of Phase 1 of post-Circuit Breaker and the very next, we were rejoicing at the freedom that was reinstated on 19 June 2020. And, if the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19 isn’t enough, racial tensions in the U.S. have also caused more anxiety for minority groups around the world, including Singapore. 

With so much going on, it is only normal that you feel worried, anxious or even stressed. The best way (in our humble opinion) to manage this is to learn from past Circuit Breaker lessons and prepare for any scenario that life might bring (which includes the possibility of a second wave). If you find yourself nodding in agreement, here are 5 simple things you can do to stay calm amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Stay informed

Knowledge is power, especially when a pandemic hits. We live in a world where information changes and spreads quickly — which can be both a blessing and a curse. Stay informed by consuming news from trusted sources like the World Health Organization, Ministry of Health or Channel News Asia, and always verify chain messages or emails that have been forwarded to you. Knowing the latest policies and understanding them will help you make more informed choices and feel less anxious about the world around you. 

Get your personal finances in order

There is no better time than now to get your personal finances in order since most of us are working from home and have time to spare. The easiest way to do this is to consolidate all your finances into a single document. This should ideally include your monthly spending, credit card bills, savings, emergency fund, budget plans, investments and insurance policies. 

Why is this important? Knowing these numbers will allow you to make better budgeting decisions, put more away for emergencies and expose bad investments or insufficient insurance coverage. Yes, insurance may be a touchy topic, but it really is one of the most important purchases you will make, one that will safeguard your finances in case of accidents. 

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Keep these important numbers on hand

Has something happened? Breathe. There is always someone to call if you’ve met with an emergency or need clarification regarding payouts, official announcements or insurance claims. Here’s a list of important numbers that you should bookmark. 

Medical emergency

Apart from these, there are also many 24-hour clinics in Singapore and telemedicine apps that you could consider if you are feeling unwell. 

Government hotlines

Insurance customer service

Alternative grocery shopping sites

Gone are the days when you could only get groceries online from NTUC FairPrice, Cold Storage or Redmart. Since the start of Circuit Breaker, there have been many new websites that offer on-demand grocery delivery services at competitive prices. 

The next time toilet paper or eggs are sold out at your usual supermarket, don’t panic, visit one of these alternative grocery shopping sites and place your order with them instead. 

Meditate your stress away

Mental health may not be so openly discussed in Singapore, but it is just as important as being physically healthy. With so much noise around us and the amount of media we consume on a daily basis, it is easy to get overwhelmed or feel burned out. 

Practising meditation regularly can help you work through the noise, process thoughts better, be more aware of your emotions and improve concentration. All we are saying is, don’t knock it till you try it. 

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