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How players have kept positive in the pandemic

20 Jan 2021

From reading to speaking with family, find out how PL stars have looked after their mental health

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Looking after your mental health is vitally important during these difficult times of the coronavirus pandemic and subsequent lockdown.

This week Premier League players have been sharing how they have stayed positive, and how you can too.

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Kurt Zouma, John Egan, Tyrick Mitchell, Vitinha and Darren Randolph speak about how they have kept a positive mindset, whether it is staying in touch with family or reading books.

Fans can get more information on maintaining positive mental health from the Premier League's #StayWell hub, including tips and advice from experts and players, as well as links to NHS resources and Public Health England's "Every Mind Matters" campaign.

Also in this series

Part 1: Chilwell: Chess has helped in tough times
Part 2: Davies: Exercise gives me a daily boost
Part 4: Hodgson: Keeping a positive mindset is a real skill
Part 5: Players looking out for others during pandemic
Part 6: Players on looking after mental wellbeing in pandemic
Part 7: Players on how staying connected helps keep up the spirits
Part 8: Premier League stars reveal their happiest moments
Part 9: How players stay positive in the pandemic pt 2

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