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Episode #45: The Anniversary Effect of COVID-19: Lessons Learned and Looking Forward
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Summary:
On this episode of the Act To Live Podcast, Scott and Jaime talk about the psychological principle known as ‘The Anniversary Effect.’ Many people may experience unsettling emotions around the anniversary of a significant event - like the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Jaime and Scott then talk about things people can do if they find themselves experiencing strong emotions and challenging thoughts during this time. Scott and Jaime wrap up the episode by doing a bit of reflecting themselves as they share a few lessons they’ve learned over the past year and some hopes they have as we all continue to move forward.
ACTion Event of the Week: As the COVID-19 pandemic passes the one-year mark, take some time to reflect on the past year. What is one lesson that you’ve learned? What is one hope that you have going forward?
Join us on the next episode of the Act To Live Podcast as we explore groundlessness. So come on, let’s take a walk!
References:
Freer, B. What is the “Anniversary Effect?” And what to do if you have it. Accessed on April 9, 2021. https://theawarenesscentre.com/what-is-the-anniversary-effect
Serani, D. (May, 2011). The Anniversary Effect. Psychology Today Blog. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/two-takes-depression/201105/the-anniversary-effect
Urban Wellness Counseling Center (March, 2021). Six ways to cope with the anniversary effect of COVID-19. https://urbanwellnesscounseling.com/6-ways-to-cope-with-the-anniversary-effect-of-covid-19/
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