My children’s school is closed, so it was less hectic for everyone than a typical morning, when my daughters are getting ready and we’re scurrying out the door to get there on time.

10 a.m. I went to my dentist for an appointment that I had booked a while ago. My schedule for April had looked quite full, to promote “Joy at Work,” so I wanted to see the dentist beforehand. But now it looks like my visit to New York will be canceled. I called to ensure that the office was still open and seeing patients, and they reassured me it was OK to come in.

My husband dropped me off at my appointment, so that while I was there, he could grocery shop. I organized my fridge last week as a part of an online tidying salon I conduct in Japan, so I knew exactly what we had and what we didn’t. I don’t want to waste any food unnecessarily, especially at times like this, when others may need it more.

1 p.m. I reviewed our global communications strategy. We want to be sensitive to what people are experiencing around the world. I recorded a few short video clips to cheer on people who are at home and might want some tidying advice or motivation.

3 p.m. I replied to emails, responded to messages on Slack, etc. I also reviewed the copy for an email newsletter for our Japan audience. We have a global community, but I am a little more involved with the day-to-day of our Japan business because it comes so naturally to me.

4 p.m. I took a little break. I made a cup of tea. It was raining, so I stayed indoors and relaxed my mind.

5 p.m. I played with my kids. They sang their favorite songs and danced around the house.

6 p.m. I started to prepare for dinner. I decided to make a nutritious Japanese-style stew, a recipe based on the five elements of the Yin and Yang philosophy. It’s warm and has lots of vegetables. Because of the virus, I wanted to prepare a meal that will keep my family’s immune system up. I actually think about this on a daily basis.