Elbow bumps are the new handshakes. Mask-wearing EU leaders
met in their first face-to-face summit since the coronavirus crisis with elbow
bumps not handshakes, to avoid unnecessary touching. The way the world says
hello is changing. Italians, known for their warmth and intimate greetings, are
simply waving from a distance. On Twitter, people are sharing some creative greetings: Jazz hands, peace signs, air high-fives and finger guns.
It's ok for you not to feel ok now.
It's not a secret that life can be stressful at this time, and most of us know (either first-hand or through someone else's experience) that there are a lot of negative ways that people cope with stress. Isolation can be especially difficult, so it is useful if you can reach out to someone for support. While having caring, supportive people around us may not be able to actually change anything, by simply listening to the situation and providing supportive words or positive feedback is an important part of being able to bounce back from adversity.
None of us walks alone in this world. No matter how much talent or skill or passion you have, there will come a moment when, you must rely on the gifts, skills and the commitment of others. Recognizing this truth is the only way to avoid becoming delusional.
I am truly one of the most fortunate person who ever lived. Throughout my life, whenever I have had a real need, someone has always been there to help me. Some people step into your life and leave an imprint in your heart, one that never goes away. They lighten your burdens. When you falter, they help you stand. And you grow in resilience when you do the same for them, because the need to be strong for others often reveals untapped reserves of strength in yourself.
Furthermore, we shouldn't be afraid to let others see the truth of our own struggles - especially when we need their support. In many ways, our transparency is our gift, allowing others to feel less alone.
The people who wants to feel more connected, supported and cared about often believe they need to wait for someone to come and offer those things first. Research shows that one of the most helpful mindset shifts you can make is to see yourself as the source of whatever support you want to experience. This study tells us two things. If we focus on comforting, helping and caring for someone, we experience hope and connection. If instead we focus on relieving our own distress, we stay stuck in fear.
The most valuable gift you have to offer is yourself. Caring creates resilience.
Actions matter far more than motives. I might donate money to charity because it makes me feel good, or feeds my ego, or impresses someone. In either case, the charity still benefits. The motives seem beside the point. If I provide a kind of service, what difference do my reasons make?
When you're feeling overwhelmed, look for a way to do something for someone else. Your brain might tell you that you don't have the time or energy, but that is exactly why you should do it. You can give others appreciation, your full attention, or even turn your personal crises into ways to help others. Think of one of the most difficult events of your life. How can you use this story to help others? How can you leverage it to impact someone in a positive way?
To feel the love of people whom we know is a fire that feeds our life. But to feel the affection that comes from those we do not know - that is something still greater and more beautiful.
Ask for help, and be of help. Whether you are overwhelmed by your own stress of the suffering of others, the way to find hope is to connect, not to escape.
It's ok for you not to feel ok now.
It's not a secret that life can be stressful at this time, and most of us know (either first-hand or through someone else's experience) that there are a lot of negative ways that people cope with stress. Isolation can be especially difficult, so it is useful if you can reach out to someone for support. While having caring, supportive people around us may not be able to actually change anything, by simply listening to the situation and providing supportive words or positive feedback is an important part of being able to bounce back from adversity.
None of us walks alone in this world. No matter how much talent or skill or passion you have, there will come a moment when, you must rely on the gifts, skills and the commitment of others. Recognizing this truth is the only way to avoid becoming delusional.
I am truly one of the most fortunate person who ever lived. Throughout my life, whenever I have had a real need, someone has always been there to help me. Some people step into your life and leave an imprint in your heart, one that never goes away. They lighten your burdens. When you falter, they help you stand. And you grow in resilience when you do the same for them, because the need to be strong for others often reveals untapped reserves of strength in yourself.
Furthermore, we shouldn't be afraid to let others see the truth of our own struggles - especially when we need their support. In many ways, our transparency is our gift, allowing others to feel less alone.
The people who wants to feel more connected, supported and cared about often believe they need to wait for someone to come and offer those things first. Research shows that one of the most helpful mindset shifts you can make is to see yourself as the source of whatever support you want to experience. This study tells us two things. If we focus on comforting, helping and caring for someone, we experience hope and connection. If instead we focus on relieving our own distress, we stay stuck in fear.
The most valuable gift you have to offer is yourself. Caring creates resilience.
Actions matter far more than motives. I might donate money to charity because it makes me feel good, or feeds my ego, or impresses someone. In either case, the charity still benefits. The motives seem beside the point. If I provide a kind of service, what difference do my reasons make?
When you're feeling overwhelmed, look for a way to do something for someone else. Your brain might tell you that you don't have the time or energy, but that is exactly why you should do it. You can give others appreciation, your full attention, or even turn your personal crises into ways to help others. Think of one of the most difficult events of your life. How can you use this story to help others? How can you leverage it to impact someone in a positive way?
To feel the love of people whom we know is a fire that feeds our life. But to feel the affection that comes from those we do not know - that is something still greater and more beautiful.
Ask for help, and be of help. Whether you are overwhelmed by your own stress of the suffering of others, the way to find hope is to connect, not to escape.
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