I was taught that placing your hand on your thigh palm facing down is the mudra of calm, abiding. I personally find it soothing. So, apparently, does Maitri, who demonstrates another variation.
A friend once suggested that I took photographs to give myself separation. I do gain perspective, as I do from meditation. The chaos will not go away, and our relationship with it can change.
When I emerged from the DC Covid Center after getting the Omnicron booster and meditating for the post-vax waiting period, I emerged and saw this person meditating outside.