Surviving Quarantine: Ginny Carnes on Coping and Recovery
Knowing that I could end up in ICU on a ventilator, knowing that every person I walked past may have been exposed because I was exposed... that scares the heck out of me.
Picture this: you're three days into quarantine, waiting for your COVID-19 test results. The walls start closing in, and the uncertainty gnaws at you. In this episode of 'Recovery Talks', Ginny Carnes, a board member of Montana's Peer Network, opens up about her personal journey through quarantine after being exposed to the virus.
Ginny shares the raw emotions and mental strain that come with isolation, but she also offers a glimmer of hope with her coping strategies and the importance of peer support. Ginny's experience is a testament to the power of structure and self-care in maintaining mental health during tough times. She talks candidly about notifying those she had contact with, the anxiety of waiting for test results, and how she managed to keep her recovery on track despite the challenges.
Her story underscores the need for accessible behavioral health services and the crucial role of community support. If you've ever wondered how to navigate the emotional rollercoaster of quarantine, this episode is for you. Ginny's insights are not just for those in recovery but for anyone facing isolation and uncertainty. Tune in to hear how she finds strength in her support network and maintains her well-being, even when the world feels upside down.