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Opportunities amid the effects of the pandemic

We have heard it said many times that this pandemic is uncharted ground for everyone alive today.

Amid all the doom and gloom of economic recessions, job losses and the possibility of a second wave, I wanted to shed a little bit of light to help you gain a bit more of a positive view point.

It is easy to catastrophise right now but there are opportunities to be had as well.  More and more people are continuing to use bicycles to get around rather than their cars.  This has improved the environment, improves peoples health with more exercise and a reduction in air pollution.   This has led to an increased demand for bikes including electric bikes. This can lead to more jobs in this industry.

People are realising that money and material possessions are not important.  The important things are family, friends and our communities. For too long our society has become fragmented, neighbours not knowing each other.  People are taking the time to check on their neighbours and offer help where they can, to do shopping etc. 

For me I have been working in a job I have not done before and it has led to me learning new things and gaining greater confidence.  I have applied for another job in a sector I would not normally apply for.   I am extremely excited about what is going to happen, where will my career end up, what I will learn and who I will meet along the way.  Last year I wondered what I could offer an employer apart from working as a nurse.  Well I am pleased to say I have a huge amount to offer. 

After talking to a friend about how  hurt she is because of the way people are so cruel to her,  it reminded me, we cannot control external forces but we can control how we respond to them.  Be happy, remember you are beautiful and loved.  You all have something unique to offer to this world that no one else can. 

History has taught us that even in the most despairing of times people still find opportunities to grow.  For example in recessions most investors sell however this is also the best time to buy as stocks and shares are at bargain prices.

It is now July 2020 and I am pleased to say I am stronger than I ever thought possible and I am actually beginning to like myself.   We must show others love and kindness but we must begin this process with ourselves so we are able to give more love to others.  In other words, If we don't know how to love ourselves, how can we begin to show others love and kindness? 

Today I am sending love and positive vibes to you.  Whoever you are and whatever has happened to you, you are beautiful and you are loved.  You bring something unique to this world that no one else can.

Much love
Darren

Comments

Marie said…
You should write more, pal.
Really helpful, intelligent and insightful stuff x
9 September 2020 at 15:42
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