Gifts of covid-19
Please do not misunderstand me. I do not think that the God of my or your understanding sent the plague of Covid-19 to teach us humans a lesson. On the other hand, as with all that life brings our way the virus presents an opportunity to grow spiritually. What can we learn from living in shelter in place times? Possibilities include:
I am sure all readers can add to this list. The point is that while we need to do all we can to protect each other, find an effective treatment(s), and continue to research potential vaccines we need to pay attention to what we can learn during the visit of Covid-19. I hope and pray that we find a way to end this pandemic soon. At the same time my biggest fear is that we will have learned nothing in which case we will be left with only overwhelming grief and regrets.
Written April 2, 2020
Jimmy F Pickett
Coachpickett.org
Please do not misunderstand me. I do not think that the God of my or your understanding sent the plague of Covid-19 to teach us humans a lesson. On the other hand, as with all that life brings our way the virus presents an opportunity to grow spiritually. What can we learn from living in shelter in place times? Possibilities include:
- Many of us have more “stuff” than we need or use.
- Much of our economy is dependent on us purchasing things we do not need and which quickly end up in the back of closets, the attic, the basement, the garage or perhaps under the bed.
- We now know why our ancestors had few closets; only those wardrobes which had a narrow space for hanging garments.
- If we shop less we have more money, less need for a large house, and feel less pressured to work overtime .
- Stuff creates more garbage which creates more landfills which …
- Stuff does not protect one from the virus. The virus, like most illnesses, is a great equalizer.
- Mother nature is in charge even though there are those who believe the virus was manufactured and got out of control.
- It is possible to cook actual food in those very expensive kitchens.
- Many of us can work for home.
- The day care situation in this country is sadly lacking in terms of availability and affordability.
- Tomorrow may not arrive. We best take good care of each other today.
- We might actually like spending time with our families while also understanding why our parents told us to go play outside.
- We need to prepare in advance to deal with such invaders as Covid-19.
- Many of us do know how to work as a team and as a community. We have much love and practical help to offer each other.
I am sure all readers can add to this list. The point is that while we need to do all we can to protect each other, find an effective treatment(s), and continue to research potential vaccines we need to pay attention to what we can learn during the visit of Covid-19. I hope and pray that we find a way to end this pandemic soon. At the same time my biggest fear is that we will have learned nothing in which case we will be left with only overwhelming grief and regrets.
Written April 2, 2020
Jimmy F Pickett
Coachpickett.org
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