The COVID-19 pandemic has rapidly reconfigured the world as we know it – and a mental health crisis could be waiting in its aftermath. Canvas8 spoke to Staci K. Haines, the author of The Politics of Trauma, to understand how the outbreak is set to challenge and change our emotional wellbeing.

In the middle of a pandemic, Americans are scrambling to keep abreast of the headlines – and stay sane while doing so. How can people stay informed while maintaining their mental health? And what else, besides objective information, can the media offer to those stuck at home?

Ramadan is a time to connect with loved ones, give back to the community, and reflect. But in the middle of a pandemic, it's difficult if not impossible to gather with family or take part in charity work. To help people bring these practices online, Instagram has launched its #MonthOfGood campaign.

Musician Jhené Aiko’s third album interweaves the vibrational hum of sound healing into each song. It’s playing on people’s increasing interest in spiritual practises, which they’re using to counteract the stresses of life and foster more nurturing relationships with themselves.