Hello
everybody! E Ku deede iwoyio!
Today,
globally we are counting people and watching statistics rising as new numbers
are released hourly of those infected by the coronavirus. It is not a time
right now to be thinking just how this pandemic is affecting me and my life, it
is a time to be thinking bigger than ourselves, about how we fit into society
and our role within humanity. Lifestyles
have totally changed in the past few weeks and are probably going to keep
changing. So here are some tips to keep healthy at this time: Meditate
or pray daily to focus your mind and raise your consciousness. Work with fears
as they arise but don’t let them overwhelm you. Focus on opportunities, not the end
of the world scenarios: Ask yourself, “How can this situation cause positive changes
that the world might need anyway?” Assign to yourself the responsibility. Think about how you can be a positive example and support to others. When we feel inspired
we will have a ripple effect on those we are spending time with. You
can't just tell authorities they're accountable, and then leave them to it. We
are in this together. Each of us has a role to play. Think
of small acts of kindness, you can do for others out there. Be creative! Keep
remembering to wash hands and follow the guidelines from the health
authorities. Look
for opportunities for what can be done at home. Have
deeper, longer conversations with people you love. We are forced to be in
our homes, so let’s use the opportunity as a time for rebuilding relationships
and not as confinement. It’s all about our attitude. Out
of struggle and tragedy, something new can be born. What will your role in this
rebirth be? Let`s look at this coronavirus pandemic as a wake-up call as we
unite to better serve each other and our planet. This could be a game-changer.
I
saw a poster on a wall which says, “I
never knew how strong I was until being strong was my only option.” Now
is our time to be strong and to actualize that which is hidden within us and
bring it to its potential.
Hopefully
we will all be able to weather this time of crisis from a place of integrity
and calmness. If
you were born in April we celebrate with you. Remember to keep observing the
social distancing and stay safe everybody.
Eric
Olusegun Thompson.
