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Great time for deep reflections!~

Great time for deep reflections!~

by Gary Goodwin -
Number of replies: 5

Given the current situation, globally, we certainly are not alone regarding a disconnect from what was the norm not very long ago. However, for me, I've taken the opportunity to "Look" deeply within without any judgment whatsoever and to also appreciate what is right, like the sun, the rain, a blue sky, the clouds, flowers starting to grow, listening to sounds of nature, going for walks, reading a book etc.

For many people they may in fact find it difficult doing "No-thing" , however, doing nothing is its own meditation and in fact is "Effortless". Riding the wave of life embracing it with all of our senses can invoke a real sense of freedom from what might have been the "Norm".

This can be a time for reframing how we think and feel and improving lifestyles, taking breaks from information overload, and being present to what really matters. This could be a time for Clarity in our lives about what we actually need versus the things we may want.

One thing for sure, many feelings and emotions are similarly felt regardless of what part of the Globe you reside we can all relate to Love, Support, Compassion etc.

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by a n -
Thank you for such an insightful post, Gary! It is refreshing to hear other perspectives.
This is certainly giving me something to think about.. thanks for sharing!
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by ihave aquestion -
This is a great reminder, thank you! What are things we can do to help people around us? I want to help my neighbours, but I know for everyone's safety (and my own) I still have to keep a distance.
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by COVID19 Moderator -
Thanks for your post Ihave aquestion.
Wanting to help others while also maintaining everyone's safety is an important consideration.

Some possible suggestions could include:
1 -leaving some needed sealed items in a donation box in a common area (lobby if you're in a building or side-walk area).
2 - if you know there is a neighbor who could use a bit of help and may find it difficult to go out into the community you may consider offering to pick something up at the grocery store for them when you run your errand.

I'm curious to hear any suggestions that others may have.
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by scott stafford -
This forces us to think of what we can correct in our lives mentally and physically and take courses online and spending time with your family