This is Hard

Well, these are hard times. There is no sugar coating it. It is April 12th and throughout these weeks, I've gotten some good advice.

• Don't feel pressured to learn a new skill. We are going through a global crisis. It's okay not to come out of this as a yoga expert. Give yourself a break! I found this advice on https://www.upworthy.com/coronavirus-productivity-motivation-myths-dangers

• One of my mentors encouraged me to make peace with it. I'm still trying but it's hard. I get energy from being around people. I love going to Easter Seals, my physical therapy place and seeing people I love. Same with church, Loyola, Starbucks, etc. I find a lot of purpose in checking in with people and not doing it on a daily basis has been challenging. Some days, I'm great about calling, some days not so much. If I have a goal, that would be it: to call someone I wouldn't necessarily call every day of quarantine.

 

• Spend time with community. For example, my Bible study meets once a month and I suggested we meet on a Sunday night and three weeks later, we are doing it every week. If you want to gather, others do too!

 

• It's okay to have a good cry. This is hard!  Thank you to our health care workers, grocery store employees, mail carriers, and everyone on the front lines. You're what this country is all about! 

 I hope this message greets you with good health. This country has a long road ahead but if we face it with hope, it'll be a lot easier. Take a deep breath, hunker down, and spread love.

With Love,
Hannah!