Focusing on Silver Linings

Among the many stories circulating in our news feeds this week is a ‘response from Bill Gates’ that’s been gaining traction for its optimism and perspective. As we approach the end of another unsettling week, I found comfort and inspiration in many of the points shared about how the Covid-19 virus will impact us for the better:

• It’s reminding us that we’re all connected and that what impacts one of us has an effect on someone else.
• It’s putting borders back into perspective, showing us that these are man-made walls that restrict and oppress the less fortunate.
• It’s showing us how precious our health is — and how we’ve neglected it by poorly nourishing ourselves for years.
• It’s forcing us to stay home, spend more time with our family, and cherish our downtime instead of prioritizing busyness.
• It’s reiterating that each end is a new beginning, if we choose to take that perspective and learn from what’s behind us.

I’ve personally been surprised, and at times unsettled, by the stark contrast between the COVID-19 pandemic and the beautiful learning that has come out of this experience for me. Reading these insights helped me understand why this crisis has created so many opportunities for personal growth.

What are some of the things you’ve learned over the last few weeks? We’d love to hear from you! Send us an email or message us on Instagram while we’re working remote.