Appropriate physical exercise,
alternated with relaxation will alleviate some of thephysical reactions.
Structure your time - keep busy.
You are normal and having normal
reactions - don't label yourself crazy.
Talk to people - talking is the most
healing medicine.
Reach out - help others, ask for help -
people do care.
Maintain as normal a schedule as
possible.
Give yourself permission to feel and
share your feelings with others.
Keep a journal; write your way through
those sleepless hours.
Do things that feel good to you.
Realize those around you are also under
stress.
Don't make any big life changes.
Do make as many daily decisions as
possible that will give you a feeling of control over your life, i.e.,
if someone asks you what you want to eat - answer them even if you're
not sure.
Get plenty of rest.
Recurring thoughts, dreams or flashbacks
are normal - don't try to fight them - they'll decrease over time and
become less painful.
Eat well-balanced and regular meals
(even if you don't feel like it).
