8 Life Lessons Learned from Corona Virus

 8 Life Lessons Learned from Corona Virus

Are there life lessons to be learned during this epidemic? You bet.

However, it is not over yet. President Donald Trump warned last week that corona virus epidemics in the United States may "get worse before they get better." Yeah Al that sounds pretty crap to me, Looks like BT aint for me either. Corona viruses are not going away anytime soon and, once again, this epidemic is forcing people to stop and think.

 8 Life Lessons Learned from Corona Virus

Well, maybe not everyone is pausing. As states began to lift restrictions on businesses and public areas, photos and videos of large crowds began to appear on the news. Not only was I terrified as a great American, but I felt that people were missing out on valuable lessons about empathy and self-sacrifice to get back to "normal."

In fact, some people's behavior surprised me. For example, I heard about Elizabeth Lanscott from Kentucky and her husband, Isaiah, who was placed under house arrest last week after Elizabeth tested positive for the corona virus. The couple refused to sign a quarantine agreement at home for two weeks.

"There is no epidemic," Elizabeth insisted. Really? An epidemic has been defined as the spread of a new disease worldwide. At the time of writing, more than 16 million people worldwide have been diagnosed with Code 19, isn't it?

"If you're scared, please stay home, because I can't put my life on hold because you're scared," he added in an interview with Good Morning America. I was on the floor. What about people living in the next regions - from the medical sector to grocery store workers - who are scared but forced to go to work? They have no choice but to stay home. These vulnerable people still need to go outside for essential tasks such as food purchases or medical appointments. I mean, Elizabeth, we're talking about 14 days out of your whole life when your actions can mean the life and death of some people. Whatever happened to self-sacrifice for the greater good?

Still, I am fully aware that there are some who agree with his statements.

Even after the restrictions were lifted, some "normal" life was still impossible. Older children were advised to stay home despite boomers and health problems. And for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one, things will never be the same. Really, once a vaccination is available and we move on to the other side of this epidemic, will our "normal" look the same for any of us? I don't think so Here is a thought. When that happens, before we run for our lives, it may be time to acknowledge that epidemics have changed us forever. And some of it is worth keeping.

"If I start the new year, will the 2020 count be over?" Ryan Cerist joked. A funny joke, but maybe because I am old and know my days are limited, I will not spare precious time to move forward in the future despite their trials. If we use this epidemic as a time to think, we will learn important and unique life lessons.

It is not that the corona virus is epidemic. I don't want to be a polygamist here. Of course, this has been painful and overwhelming at times. With the death toll rising daily, the news is shocking. I remember the good news of embracing my family and friends, traveling to new places of interest, and attending chaotic, crowded concerts. Empty grocery store shelves, cities that resemble cities of the past, and masked people are shocked at the onset of epidemics. I was forced to look at the ugly side of humanity because some people had collected food, toilet paper and hand sanitizers. The scams tried to take advantage of the panic. And there was the cruel phrase "boomer remover" that started trending on Twitter, which meant we had boom boomers that are more dangerous than viruses.

On the mild side, can we talk about developing issues? As the weeks went by and it became clear that meeting my hair stylist was out of the question, I thought maybe this was a good time to see what gray hair looks like to me. I panicked. My husband, who at the age of 60 is lucky to still have a lot of hair, looked like a crazy scientist. So, there it is. A bottle of Revlin and some hair-cutting scissors did the trick, but not with the results that professionals would get.

Some days, I found myself feeling productive and creative as I tapped into the reservoir of strength and inspiration. But there were also days when I struggled with depression and anxiety, hated being confined to my home, eating a big bag of chips with a glass of wine to comfort myself, overwhelmed by the news. Used to happen, and struggled to cope with it. I felt like it was all too much - and it was. The world has not faced it in a century. On top of all the tragedies, there was a devastating economic impact as small businesses struggled to stay open. Then, in the war for racial justice, demonstrations and riots broke out.

Sometimes it's okay not to get well.

And yet, in the midst of all the turmoil, the epidemic made me need to keep quiet. Satisfied with my own company. To slow down and consider important aspects of life. With that in mind, here are some valuable lessons I've learned so far, and even after the epidemic is over, I want to keep changing.

I learned:

* Embrace My Spirituality

 8 Life Lessons Learned from Corona Virus

My spirituality and trust in God have become more important than ever. The corona virus reinforces that life is uncertain and unpredictable. As a result, I have learned to rely more fully on God to maintain a sense of hope, strength, patience, and endurance.

* Praise even more than loved ones

With the rest of the world, I have learned the value of human communication in a way that was not possible before.

Not being able to see the family makes it all precious to me. I don't miss going out for dinner and traveling to foreign places as much as I hold my little 2 year old granddaughter's hand.

I even became grateful for the technology - with which I usually have a love / hate relationship - that allows us to stay in touch with our loved ones. Nevertheless, I will admit that it is not the same. I am a fanatic and definitely not a personal person. However, I now realize that I have embraced friends.

On the positive side, families come together with children from school and parents working from home, enjoying games in the backyard, playing board games, riding bikes, and Solve puzzles. It's beautiful to look at.

* Look good in people

It is true what they say. The worst time can come for people. In the midst of all the chaos, I saw brave and selfless heroes emerge.

My husband's colleague, Art, said his 60-year-old nurse, who in April responded boldly to New York City's call for help and covid during the worst of the epidemic. 19 headed to the center. "I don't know if she's coming back," Art said very seriously. Thousands of people joined it.

Medical personnel are still responding to calls for help in areas affected by the virus. Recently, US Air Force doctors, nurses and other medical providers were sent to work in California hospitals, including Eisenhower Hospital near my home, to help increase the number of coronavirus cases. For those who are straining the health care system.

 8 Life Lessons Learned from Corona Virus

Suppliers and grocery store workers are willing to put their lives on the line to serve us. Many restaurant owners are serving food. Communities and neighborhoods encourage each other to have signs in the windows and positive messages written in chalk on teddy bears or sidewalks. People are raising dogs to help shelters. No one is safe from this virus and in some ways it unites us.

* Nature, value

Although I have always admired nature. I became more and more acquainted with the beauty of the flowers in my yard, singing happily with the pleasant sounds of birds, or celebrating all its joys from the desert night sky.

With the reduction of air pollution in our cities, the sky never looked dark. Wildlife once again began claiming human-dominated areas.

This has never been more true - nature is calm.

* Thank you for my life and health

This epidemic taught me how dangerous life can be and how dangerous we all are as human beings. Life should never be taken for granted - even in the face of adversity. Taking care of my health was a quiet reminder.

I have to admit that controlling my breakfast at home is hard work, but I have developed some healthy habits that I want to keep.

For example, anxious to get out of the house and into nature, I never took much walks and bikes. Now that I live where it's so hot to exercise outdoors, thanks to a friend, I've found a fit on app with free exercise videos. However, exercise not only helps our immune system, but can also reduce the extra anxiety we are currently experiencing.

I also learned to put pressure on small things. An epidemic puts minor concerns in perspective.

* Be more sympathetic

During the initial panic, some could not afford to store food and toilet paper, which made me more aware of those who were out of work, checking everything from pay to pay. Some people had to make a terrible choice to go back to work and eat at the table in order to be safe or risk their lives and keep a roof over their heads. Some chose the latter, and as a result died.

 8 Life Lessons Learned from Corona Virus

I think of the helpless and frail elderly who are nervous in nursing homes and the mentally ill who struggle under normal circumstances to overcome their fears. It gives me perspective. I know it never compares to the fears and anxieties I feel.

The corona virus taught me the value of self-sacrifice, including keeping a safe distance from people and wearing masks for those who are weaker than you. Although there are exceptions, thankfully most people feel the same way.

I have always known, but the epidemic has reinforced the fact that giving back and paying attention to others not only helps others but also provides a sense of prosperity and peace.

* Living with less

When the epidemic started, literally scared to buy groceries, I started buying only the essentials that would last for two weeks. My husband and I were amazed at how well we lived with the basics. We learned to understand needs and wants and saved money.

As I mentioned earlier, I learned to dye my hair and trim my husband. We looked fine. Fancy clothes and shoes became insignificant. We ate more at home and tried new recipes. And can we talk about saving gas money without the need to run?

Here are some important financial lessons to learn.

* Laugh more

It's important to have a sense of humor, especially in times of trouble. When I saw my husband's troubled face, when I took the scissors in his hair, I never laughed much. I appreciated all the funny memes and tweets about the weird ways and tweets I found to entertain myself while stuck at home, and our passion for breakfast. It is true. Laughter is the best medicine.

 8 Life Lessons Learned from Corona Virus

I know we are all in a hurry to live a "normal life" again, but let's not forget these life lessons. In fact, we know that life will not be the same after the end of this epidemic, but, as I said before, this is probably not a bad thing.

I hope we never learned to hug loved ones, fill grocery store cupboards with food, the excitement of a crowded concert and every deep breath.

I hope we continue to prioritize our spirituality and spending time with loved ones.

I hope we know how much we really need to survive.

I hope we remember how strong and resilient we can be in difficult times.

I hope we will be more grateful, grateful, and appreciative of this epidemic.

And I hope we never forget how to find light in the midst of darkness.