When you find yourself in the midst of a "new normal" you come to recognize that you've been neglecting a few things and taking too much for granted.
Many people are experiencing fear, anxiety, paranoia, panic and loss of self. Introverts who've relied upon their extrovert friends for balance are now faced with having to go inside and learn to appreciate the full breadth and appreciation of you they truly are as a whole, unique being. This can be a beautiful time, if you receive it as such.This will pass....in the meantime, take heed to scientific data and accept that this unprecedented time in our history (at least during my lifetime) will pass and that this virus has no respect of person. It does not discriminate. It has touched lives across the globe and if you don't learn anything else from this experience, learn that: Life is fragile. Take time to check things off the "to do" list....finish that book, put the final (or beginning) touches on that painting, create the short film, compile the research for the idea that's been brewing in your head for weeks, months...years. Make the call to the person whom you've made excuses of "being too busy" for. Learn how to prepare your own healthy meals.
This is the time to be grateful that you have a "wake-up call" to global perspective. Take nothing for granted....Be Kind.....Be Compassionate....Be Thoughtful....Be Helpful. This temporary "new normal" can become a life-changing Now Normal that we've all needed to be reminded just how fragile life is. It's all about Community....Humanity. Time to take internal inventory.
Stay Safe...Wash your hands....strengthen your immunity.
This Too Shall Pass,
Brenda
