Hi
Thinking out loud here :D
This
week, I thought I would do a full sit down blog post, so grab a
drink, a little snack and let's try and get to know the madness that
is happening. Let's try to feel a little bit better about it all, and
see the good that is happening and is coming from an awful
situation.
There
are a lot of things happening right now, and I am sure that you, like
me are finding it hard to get your head around it all. Borders are
closing entire countries are on lockdown, social distancing is a
thing and loved ones who don't live with you can't be seen in person.
This is something that as far I know hasn't happened in anyone's lifetime that is currently alive. There has been world wars and other
pandemics but not a pandemic that has seen a closure of the world to such an extent as we are now seeing. No amount of cold/flu/ plague, swine flu, previous
versions of the coronavirus that have spread so quickly and been so
devastating, yes some of those past pandemics may have killed
more people and lasted longer. Yes, some things kill
people daily that has happened and will continue. But this
strain this version of coronavirus has spread far quicker than anyone
thought it would, it has shown that nobody is exempt to it, no
amount of money or wealth will stop you from getting it. Which is why
in this time of crazy it is so important to stay as positive as we
can more now than we have ever needed to.
It
is time that we start being grateful for the things we have, not for
the things we can't have, for me the most significant thing to be thankful for
are the people who are working to save peoples lives, the medical
staff, the cleaners who have to go and clean a room after a
coronavirus victim has left it, people delivering supplies to those
who need them, police who are trying to keep people safe at home and
keeping them from going too far when they should be staying in their
towns and as close to home as possible, I am grateful for anyone who
still has to go to work, who still have to risk going out so daily
lives can still keep as normal as possible. If you are someone who is
still required to go to work thank you for everything you are doing,
and I hope for your safety and your health that this virus doesn't
hang around for much longer.
We
need to accept that staying in right now as much as you can is the
best option. As hard as it is to stay away from family and friends it
is so necessary, for everyone's health, this means no family get
together, no parties, no outside interaction and no having people
around to your house or even going to someone else's house. If we all
do as our governments are telling us to do, this will be contained
quicker and the virus itself will be lessened and the impact will
decrease.
I
know staying positive is hard but I see it as a must, I think to see
the little things in life right now is one of the best things you can
do along with obviously washing your hands and staying as hygienic as
possible without causing your hands pain, and skin irritation. As much
as our minds will start to wander during this time of isolation, keep
it active, do little jobs around your home that you have been putting
off or saying you'll do them when you have time, now is our time to
do them. Find a hobby that you like or multiple to make each day
different. If you have any kind of device, use it to keep in contact
with loved ones keep doing your weekly catch-ups with family and
friends it just means for now that side of life will be virtual, this
virus doesn't have to take away everything it means as humans we need
to adapt and change our ways, and using various video calling apps is
the best way to achieve some form of normality.
I hope everyone keeps safe, healthy and happy, keeping happy is just as
vital, breath in some fresh air every day, take a walk if you are
able to, and enjoy this extra time you have of no daily travel. I'm
going to do what I can to make this space as positive as possible
over the next little while, please leave a message if there is
anything you want me to talk about specifically while we go through
this interesting time together, remember we are all going through
this together no one is alone and as much as we are isolated no one
should feel alone, do what you can to help those near you and if you
are someone who needs help reach out to those close to you and don't
feel scared to do so.
Be
understanding to everyone, keep your distance, but above anything
keep safe and always be kind
Love
always Thinking out loud xx :D
