Well, these are crazy times, aren't
they? In my lifetime, I remember a series of events that had the
human collective terrified. I guess it's a fairly natural reaction
to fear the unknown but it's never been my first reaction. I
remember angry lines for gas, fear over any number of newly
encountered threats, blackouts, violence, and even disease. Fear
just has never been in my arsenal of reactionary tools.
As the world is discovering the latest
threat, I just keep hearing the voice of FDR saying “The only
thing we have to fear...is fear itself!” I couldn't agree
more. I don't say that to dismiss the serious issue at hand.
Obviously, this latest health concern is a big deal. It's unknown
and it's scary and we have a lot to learn. That's what I choose to
do: learn. I do what I can to do my part, I practice good
hygiene, take care in my interactions and care for those around me.
That's all I am meant to do. To live, to love and to practice
kindness along the way. I will not allow fear to enter my space.
I've written about this before and I
say it all the time, There's not place in my world for fear.
Not afraid.
I can't pretend to know what the
greater Universal plan is for this latest concern but from where I
sit right now, it seems that it may just be the incentive people need
to stop for a minute. Look around. See what matters and let go of
what doesn't. Look a stranger in the eyes as you pass them from a
“safe” distance. Be thoughtful. Be kind. To borrow bumper
sticker wisdom, Be The Change You Hope To See In The World.
We are resilient beings and we will get
through this and be stronger on the other side of it. Hang on to
the humanity and shake off the fear.
