Hope in these uncertain and challenging times
Dear esteemed friends,
I hope this note finds you staying in a safe place, taking care of yourself and your loved ones! There is no doubt about it: Covid-19 is affecting our entire globe, and the world and this country will not be quite the same afterward!
However, as in the last edition of the Logic of Love News, I would like to expand a bit more on the notion that there is also a silver lining and a positive side to every disaster -- or even pandemic. It is easier to notice when we sit back, turn off our TVs and radios, observe, and open the eyes of our hearts.
Positive highlights in the midst of turmoil:
People and heroes emerge to help others (thanks to all doctors and nurses!).
Fathers and mothers spend more time with their families at home (although the kids can drive you crazy at times).
Many are taking time to reflect on their lives and family, maybe pray and meditate and seek a closer connection to the Divine Creator and the divine within.
For some, staying at home for a considerable length of time feels like a vacation (myself included), when one can finally take care of things we never had time for, like cleaning out the basement, organizing photos, writing a book, etc., being creative with the time at hand.
Bars, clubs, and other nightlife venues that can breed crime are suddenly unavailable.
Preachers in churches, synagogues, and mosques are truly challenged to redouble their efforts to "feed" their flock the word of God, with its accompanying hope and encouragement, which might cause some to renew their faith and change their lifestyle.
People meet in smaller groups and gain greater intimacy.
Finally, the earth is even getting a break! All the reduced tourism and general human carbon footprint is a boon for the environment. One example: Since tourists are no longer choking the Venetian canals, rarely seen animals are starting to come back and enjoy the more natural environment. The water is becoming clearer, and more fish, swans, and some dolphins are returning to Italy (click here to read more).
And we could probably think of even more positive points.
Yes, it is one of the most challenging times our global family has ever faced, yet, looking at the other side, there is much hope that after all is over, people will have caught a glimpse of a more humane humanity and a more healthy planet.
Angelika