HOW TO DEAL WITH STREXIT

Rest

“When we’re stressed, our ability to sleep, the one thing we need to counter it, declines,” says Lavender. “So, do things that help you relax: go for a walk or a yoga class, close your eyes for a minute on the train, listen to an audio book. Or exercise, which is great for clearing mental clutter. Pockets of calm soothe your nervous system and encourage sleep.”

Quit Twitter and Facebook

If constant debate about Brexit leaves you feeling agitated or deflated, delete the apps. “Or just check them twice a day,” says Chunn. “Don’t fall down an online Brexit rabbit hole.”

Don’t argue with your family

“I see this all the time,” says Sir Cary. “There’s a lot of intergenerational stress surrounding Brexit. Data shows over-65s overwhelmingly voted Leave, while the under 30s voted Remain. The key is to respect people’s views while having your own.”

Be present

“This is what meditation is all about, but it even helps with Brexit,” says Lavender. “Thinking about what might happen in the future is robbing you of the present.”

Take control of your emotions

“It’s easy to say, ‘Brexit is making me mad’ which is similar to saying, ‘My husband or colleague is making me mad’,” says Lavender. “But avoid blaming external situations for your emotions. Remember, we control how we respond, not the other way around.”