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Just when we thought that the coronavirus nightmare is over, scientists have discovered new Covid-19 variants circulating all over the globe. New variants appear to spread more quickly and easily, which may lead to more coronavirus cases. Dozens of countries have either cut all passenger air travel banned or inbound flights due to the highly infectious Covid-19 variants. 

Overseas workers and business travelers bear the brunt of Covid-19 travel restrictions. Many have found themselves isolated from home for months. The loneliness and alienation that stem from this effective prohibition on travel can have dire effects on physical and mental health. For instance, social isolation has been linked to mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, and cognitive decline. 

Ways for Expats to Feel More At Home

One of the hardest parts of being an expat is living away from family and friends. Under normal circumstances, you can always get home for the weekend and spend some time with your loved ones. However, the coronavirus pandemic has made that extremely difficult. Some expats have been stuck abroad for months, and it’s starting to take its toll. 

Even for the most seasoned expats, the uncertainty surrounding the pandemic is exacerbating Covid-19 anxiety and homesickness. Here’s some advice to help you cope if you are living abroad during the pandemic. 

Stay In Touch With Friends and Family

Maintaining contact with the people you love can help you overcome loneliness and homesickness during these difficult times. Thanks to innovation, there are ways to keep in touch with friends and family even halfway across the globe. Use video calling platforms like Skype and Zoom to get together with the whole family virtually. 

Stress Management 

During uncertain times, a lot of people find themselves dealing with feelings of sadness, anger, frustration, and fear. The coronavirus pandemic has left many expats stuck overseas. Most of them are dealing with stringent Covid-19 restrictions, xenophobia, homesickness, and other difficult situations that cause strong emotions. It’s imperative that you take steps to protect your mental health. 

There are stress management techniques you can use to manage stress and protect your mental health. Physical activity is one of them. Maintaining your physical health through regular exercise can improve your mood and mental health. Any form of physical activity can reduce your stress levels. Mindfulness and meditation practices have also been proven to have a calming effect. 

Connect With Your Loved Ones through Local Sports and TV Shows  

As an expat, watching local entertainment and sports together is an excellent way to connect with friends and family back home. However, streaming services such as Disney Plus, Prime Video, and Netflix offer different shows and movies in each country. Sports channels won’t typically make local sports events available abroad. 

Not to worry, though. There’s a way around geo-blocks when streaming content online. A Virtual Private Network (VPN) will allow you to watch content from all over the world without restrictions. By using a VPN service, you can enjoy local TV shows, movies, and sports with friends and family from anywhere in the world. 

More stringent travel restrictions are in effect in different parts of the world due to the new Covid-19 variants. Many expats are stuck overseas due to the restriction of global travel. This situation has had a negative effect on the lives of overseas workers and business travelers. As an expat, these tips can help you cope with the stress of quarantining away from your loved ones.