I fear the time has finally come for America to choose between an orange convicted felon x wannabe dictator (Donald Trump) and a highly qualified woman who actually cares about Americans (Kamala Harris). Such a tough choice! However will people decide!! I’m dreaming of a world where we can say “Madame President” and stop hearing Trump’s name in the news every three seconds, but we’re not there just yet. Considering democracy and women’s rights are on the line, it’s very normal to feel panicked about this crucial election. If you’re super anxious and overwhelmed like me, I gift you these concrete Election Day coping strategies.

Election Day Coping Mechanisms

VOTE VOTE VOTE

Exercising your right to vote is a fairly obvious action item! If you haven’t already voted early by mail or in-person, make sure you have a plan to vote on Tuesday!! Visit iwillvote.com to check your voting or drop-off location.

Help Your Friends And Family Vote

If you’ve already voted or have a plan to vote, there’s still more you can do to make a difference. Do your friends or family need help finding their voting location or need a ride there? Make sure no one in your circle is sitting out this election, PLEASE.

Listen To Professor Allan Lichtman’s Prediction

Listen, am I entirely convinced by the American University professor’s “Keys to the White House” system? Um, I do have questions about he’s objectively defining “charisma” and “major” policy change. But hey, the guy correctly predicted nine of the last ten elections and he predicts a Harris win, so consider me a believer at this point.

Distract Your Conspiracy Theorist Uncle

I kid, I kid. But you should convince him to vote for the candidate that isn’t a convicted felon and doesn’t wanna overthrow democracy!

Stream RENAISSANCE And BRAT

Beyoncé and Charli have both endorsed Harris and dancing is the best form of therapy (or at least the form that I can afford right now). If you’re feeling like a ball of anxious energy, my professional opinion is that you should jump around your living room to “Guess” and “CUFF IT.” It usually works for me.

Watch The News With Friends And Quality Snacks/Alcohol

Personally, I’m gonna need several sweet treats, bevs, and a bestie or two to get through this. After all, they say a sugar and alcohol combo does wonders for anxiety. Seriously though, do not be alone on Tuesday night.

Watch An Episode Of Your Favorite Comfort Show

If you’re desperate for a few minutes of escapism and peace to break up the hell of election anxiety, put on an episode of Gilmore Girls or Sex and the City. Lorelai and Carrie will always be there for us in our times of need and they would 100 percent both be voting for Harris if they were real people.