What is Your Level of Anxiety/Worry/Stress?

[x3 skier]

How many people who paid 50-150k on timeshares and also pay 3-10k in MF really worry that their kids may not have food on the table next month?

OTOH, Some people who paid 50-150K instead of buying resale wonder how they will make the next payment plus maintenance and put food on the table.

Cheers

 

[geist1223]

We are still at Zero. This morning we went to Farmer's Market downtown. Really disappointed at the few Vendors. Oregonians are ready for this to be over.

 

[VacationForever]

We are still a 0 to 1 and we will continue to SIP except golf when it reopens long after most businesses are back to being open. The only thing in our horizon is when we can travel again and we are certain that it will depend on whether a highly effective treatment or vaccine is widely available or not.

 

[Brett]

We are still a 0 to 1 and we will continue to SIP except golf when it reopens long after most businesses are back to being open. The only thing in our horizon is when we can travel again and we are certain that it will depend on whether a highly effective treatment or vaccine is widely available or not.

10 = Panic level. Beyond anxiety/worry/stress.
7-9 = Severe anxiety/worry/stress.
4-6 = Moderate anxiety/worry/stress.
1-3 = Mild anxiety/worry/stress.
0=What's the coronavirus? I am sleeping through this.

people staying in their house during the pandemic are the least anxious and not worried
and some people going out everyday without wearing a mask are also at "0" or "1" on the anxiety scale

 

[VacationForever]

10 = Panic level. Beyond anxiety/worry/stress.
7-9 = Severe anxiety/worry/stress.
4-6 = Moderate anxiety/worry/stress.
1-3 = Mild anxiety/worry/stress.
0=What's the coronavirus? I am sleeping through this.

apparently people staying in their house during the pandemic are the least anxious
and some people going out everyday are also at "0" or "1" on the anxiety level

Good point. We are well aware of the coronavirus and choose to stay home. We haven't gone to any store since 3/14. Then there are people who are also on 0/1 and go to the stores everyday and not worry about coronavirus. Those are the folks that I worry about most, and many of them are in the high risk category.

 

[TravelTime]

10 = Panic level. Beyond anxiety/worry/stress.
7-9 = Severe anxiety/worry/stress.
4-6 = Moderate anxiety/worry/stress.
1-3 = Mild anxiety/worry/stress.
0=What's the coronavirus? I am sleeping through this.

people staying in their house during the pandemic are the least anxious and not worried
and some people going out everyday without wearing a mask are also at "0" or "1" on the anxiety scale

I have noticed that many people who take the most precautions are actually the most worried, or they would not take such extreme precautions. A better question might have been if you could not take certain precautions, what would be your anxiety/panic/stress level. But I have also noticed different people interpret the scale differently and we have high graders and low graders. I suspect many people are between 7 and 10 but all their safety behaviors have alleviated their worries. If you do not go outside your home, why should you be scared?

 

[DannyTS]

I have noticed that many people who take the most precautions are actually the most worried, or they would not take such extreme precautions. A better question might have been if you could not take certain precautions, what would be your anxiety/panic/stress level. But I have also noticed different people interpret the scale differently and we have high graders and low graders. I suspect many people are between 7 and 10 but all their safety behaviors have alleviated their worries. If you do not go outside your home, why should you be scared?

The result of a famous poll: 80% of the people said they were better athletes than the average lol. So we may fool ourselves that we are not stressed.

 

[Panina]

I connect anxiety level to blood pressure, heart rate, depression, sleep patterns, eating habits, personality outbursts, etc.

Where one could be cautious and concerned that does not mean anxiety, worry or stress is high.

Initially mine was higher because of how lax others were taking necessary precautions but then shifted to what I had control to do.

My blood pressure/pulse is good. I am going out for scenic drives and walks, am keeping busy, connecting with others, smiling and staying positive, sleeping well and striving to eat healthy.

Some may think because I have things delivered versus going to stores means my anxiety, worry or stress is high. It doesn’t. When I had to go to the doctor I did and took the best precautions I could. Minimizing my risk does not mean anxiety, worry or stress. To me it means reducing risk to me and others.

 

[VacationForever]

I have noticed that many people who take the most precautions are actually the most worried, or they would not take such extreme precautions. A better question might have been if you could not take certain precautions, what would be your anxiety/panic/stress level. But I have also noticed different people interpret the scale differently and we have high graders and low graders. I suspect many people are between 7 and 10 but all their safety behaviors have alleviated their worries. If you do not go outside your home, why should you be scared?

But I have no stress as long as I SIP even though I fear the virus. I sleep well, I eat well and I watch Acorn TV. LOL

 

[geekette]

But I have no stress as long as I SIP even though I fear the virus. I sleep well, I eat well and I watch Acorn TV. LOL

You should sleep well. This enemy is not going to break in overnight. You have under control what you can control, and it's plenty! Certainly, be at peace with that. I'm glad you aren't stressed.

I've heard from a few people freaked out, yet, frequently going here and there, gotta get this, swing by there, couldn't find this so went to 3 stores looking for it... and oh my, isn't this scary??

Well, sheet, yeah, if I were running all over town shopping all the time! I am fortunate to not have the shopping gene, but even if I did, holy moly, I'm pretty sure I could stay put for a while. There are few things that are so essential that I would go to three stores looking for it. It wasn't until I was on my last roll that TP was going to become essential, and I scored first time. Luckily, long past the original run on TP. I would have come home with what I did find and deal with it another day at another store. One exposure is enough for one day for me. Or, heh, one month.... I'm not greatly concerned, but so very not interested in pneumonia, or sickness at all, that I'll take sensible precautions.

I'm more concerned for others than for myself. It's getting harder and harder to handle the death toll, I find that stressful. So I try not to dwell.

 

[VacationForever]

You should sleep well. This enemy is not going to break in overnight. You have under control what you can control, and it's plenty! Certainly, be at peace with that. I'm glad you aren't stressed.

I've heard from a few people freaked out, yet, frequently going here and there, gotta get this, swing by there, couldn't find this so went to 3 stores looking for it... and oh my, isn't this scary??

Well, sheet, yeah, if I were running all over town shopping all the time! I am fortunate to not have the shopping gene, but even if I did, holy moly, I'm pretty sure I could stay put for a while. There are few things that are so essential that I would go to three stores looking for it. It wasn't until I was on my last roll that TP was going to become essential, and I scored first time. Luckily, long past the original run on TP. I would have come home with what I did find and deal with it another day at another store. One exposure is enough for one day for me. Or, heh, one month.... I'm not greatly concerned, but so very not interested in pneumonia, or sickness at all, that I'll take sensible precautions.

I'm more concerned for others than for myself. It's getting harder and harder to handle the death toll, I find that stressful. So I try not to dwell.

You have handled the situation very calmly and I am glad you found TP on your first try at a store. We can only control our own actions and you and me both agree that staying within our home is the right thing for us.

We are down to 7 eggs and when we do eat them for lunch, we go through 4 of them so I asked my husband if we wanted to do a curbside pickup next week at a golf course restaurant 15 minutes down the road where they are selling some provisions along with their takeout food. He said nope, don't need it and not having eggs is not a problem as we have lots of other food. We are still trying our best not to go to the stores, having personal shopper type delivery or curbside pick because the latter two involve having another person touch the items and bags.

 

[Brett]

I have noticed that many people who take the most precautions are actually the most worried, or they would not take such extreme precautions. A better question might have been if you could not take certain precautions, what would be your anxiety/panic/stress level. But I have also noticed different people interpret the scale differently and we have high graders and low graders. I suspect many people are between 7 and 10 but all their safety behaviors have alleviated their worries. If you do not go outside your home, why should you be scared?

yes

the stress scale can be interpreted in many ways ----- and responses to this pandemic are handled in different ways

 

[Bucky]

We are living with it the best we can. I plan to start back playing golf next week since our courses are open. I must admit we have been very cautious because of our age and my medical problems but there is no way we could SIP until a vaccine is developed so we will proceed with face mask when needed and a lot of hand washing. We are taking advantage of grocery pickup and I will occasionally go into the store for item when they are not on their list. It is what it is, just another obstacle to overcome. But, I know it’s a death sentence if I come down with it so it’s always in the back of my mind! Our daughter and her family are coming for dinner today. They are taking precautions such as taking their temps before getting here but I want to hug my daughter and GS. The only reason we have stayed apart is because we wouldn’t want her to go on a guilt trip if I come down with anything. So yeah, my anxiety level is higher than normal but I can live with it, or at least try!

 

[Miss Marty]

Regarding: What is Your Level of Anxiety/Worry/Stress?

Emotions are contagious, so be wise about who you turn to for support

All of us are going to need reassurance, advice, or a sympathetic ear during this difficult time. But be careful who you choose as a sounding board. The coronavirus is not the only thing that’s contagious. So are emotions! Avoid talking and posting online about the virus with people who tend to be negative or who reinforce and ramp up your fears. Turn to the people in your life who are thoughtful, level-headed, and good listeners.

 

[SueDonJ]

Honestly, I'm envious of those who aren't dealing with high anxiety, those who aren't in areas of high concentrations.

This post is about my son's and daughter-in-law's situation. In addition to that horror my daughter's husband is an essential worker at a medical staffing company; he's working from home two days a week but going into the office the other three. They and their 2YO son have been living with us since October while their new home is being built, so that's another source of indirect contact. I also have one sister and two nieces who are RN's working on COVID-19 floors in two other Boston-area hospitals - I don't worry about contact with them because they're not allowing themselves to be in contact with anyone outside their homes and work, but I am justifiably worried for their health. Same thing with the two family members who work for wholesale food suppliers, companies which have responded to the crisis (and are offsetting their usual restaurant supplier operations) by providing food to community orgs that are trying to help those who need it most.

I'm also envious of those who aren't anxious about returning to some semblance of normal society without widespread testing. This sort of reminds me of the aftermath of 9/11 - to this day every time I'm in a high-rise building the thought of it coming down flashes through my mind, and every time I'm in a plane it crosses my mind that it could be used as a weapon. These thoughts don't stop me from doing these things but they are a fact of my life now. I have no doubt that thoughts of asymptomatic transmission of a plague will cross my mind every time I'm in a crowd now, and for a little while at least I won't be going to church, concerts, ballgames, etc.

My sisters and I have sewn hundreds of masks. Sewing is a major part of my normal life so it's been good therapy these last couple of months. When this is over, though, I'll be keeping a stash on hand. A bird in the hand ...

 

[Cornell]

Asymptomatic spread of coronavirus is 'very rare,' WHO says

Government responses should focus on detecting and isolating infected people with symptoms, said the WHO's Dr. Maria Van Kerkhove.

www.cnbc.com

 

[TravelTime]

Asymptomatic spread of coronavirus is 'very rare,' WHO says

Government responses should focus on detecting and isolating infected people with symptoms, said the WHO's Dr. Maria Van Kerkhove.

www.cnbc.com

This seems like really good news to me. If this is true, it has major implications for how to combat the virus and would imply that a targeted approach might be more effective, especially when weighing the tradeoffs between mass shutdowns and public health. I am surprised that the NYT, WP and WSJ have not reported on this today. I am sure more media coverage of this topic will be coming soon.

 

[rapmarks]

My anxiety isn’t from Covid, but from my husbands condition and also, I can’t get over my diverticulitis. I am real worried about having to have serious surgery and then come home to take care of him and not me. I never know what senseless thing he is going to do, and he is a lot of work.

 

[VacationForever]

My anxiety isn’t from Covid, but from my husbands condition and also, I can’t get over my diverticulitis. I am real worried about having to have serious surgery and then come home to take care of him and not me. I never know what senseless thing he is going to do, and he is a lot of work.

You really only have 2 choices. Hire a home care agency now to provide care to both of you or move into an assisted living facility and one with memory care unit so that you have an option of moving him there as his AZ progresses. You cannot continue to single handedly take care of him. I am a huge believer of age in place and having home care.

 

[PigsDad]

I am a huge believer of age in place and having home care.

I think most everyone would say they would prefer home care and aging in place. Unfortunately, that is an expensive option mostly for the elite, and not fiscally available to a very large percentage of the population.

Kurt

 

[pedro47]

Right now my anxiety is very high. As of this morning; I have loss a retired U S Army, Colonel friend in Northern Virginia, one retired co worker Mother, my spouse, best college friend husband passed and four (4) church members. All of these losses , are for the Month of June 2020.

Ages range from 41 to 99 year's old. My x co worker Mother would have been 100 this year.

To my knowledge none of the deaths were related to COVID-19.

 

[Conan]

This seems like really good news to me. If this is true, it has major implications for how to combat the virus and would imply that a targeted approach might be more effective, especially when weighing the tradeoffs between mass shutdowns and public health. I am surprised that the NYT, WP and WSJ have not reported on this today. I am sure more media coverage of this topic will be coming soon.

Too soon to know the answer on asymptomatic transmission. Opposite view here:

Temporal dynamics in viral shedding and transmissibility of COVID-19 - Nature Medicine

Presymptomatic transmission of SARS-CoV-2 is estimated to account for a substantial proportion of COVID-19 cases.

www.nature.com

 

[pedro47]

Too soon to know the answer on asymptomatic transmission. Opposite view here:

Temporal dynamics in viral shedding and transmissibility of COVID-19 - Nature Medicine

Presymptomatic transmission of SARS-CoV-2 is estimated to account for a substantial proportion of COVID-19 cases.

www.nature.com

This study is from China. Can we believe their study ?

 

[Brett]

You really only have 2 choices. Hire a home care agency now to provide care to both of you or move into an assisted living facility and one with memory care unit so that you have an option of moving him there as his AZ progresses. You cannot continue to single handedly take care of him. I am a huge believer of age in place and having home care.

Almost everyone believes aging in place is a good idea but like Pigsdad indicated, it can get expensive.
24/7 care for my mother was expensive and the family (and her) decided a local assisted living facility was best - so far it's worked out fine, pandemic notwithstanding.

 

[chunkygal]

Live in a rural area. Canned enough last year for a year. Not worried. But wouldn’t want to live in a city, but never have except time in med school.