Duke Personal Assistance Service is here to support employees before during and after the election.
Pre-Election
- Maintain a healthy eating, sleep, and exercise routine
- Register to vote and take actions based on your values
- Engage in productive dialogue and set boundaries when necessary
- Limit your daily media consumption
- Focus on what you can control: don’t get carried away with early voting data
- Remain consistent with your mental health care
Election Day
- Exercise your right to vote (if you haven’t already)
- Maintain your normal routine and focus on current tasks
- Connect with people in your life who keep you grounded
- Acknowledge and accept all your feelings
- Take breaks from social media and election coverage
- When staying informed, utilize trustworthy media sources
Post-Election
- Volunteer for organizations that support your values
- Focus on what you are grateful for
- Continue to practice self-care
- Use the election to inspire your purpose and act on your values
- Process your reactions with supportive friends, family, or your community