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In this together: How to overcome pandemic blues

When the pressures of life get to be too much, a simple walk outside in sunny Scottsdale could make a world of difference.

The emotional spectrum since the COVID-19 pandemic began and society adopted a work-from-home mentality overnight has been far more blue than desirable. From loss of motivation and staying in pajamas all day to eating too much junk food and consuming too much alcohol — the pandemic has had a negative impact on many people. Whether in a funk for one day or what feels like a never-ending period, staying inside isolated can brew an emotional storm.

Scottsdale — and much of the rest of the country — is approaching one year since employees and students were sent home to carry out their responsibilities as COVID-19 spread rapidly through the community.

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