When confronted with a new way of living it’s natural to feel a little anxious or depressed. Social distancing and Sheltering In Place are our new “temporary” normal. Within our new normal we have to balance individual good with common good.
Individual good involves putting your personal needs first in order to enhance your overall well being.
Common good refers to the benefit or best interest for all. Your individual needs come second to what is best for the community.
Balancing Individual Good with Common Good: How to avoid bad feelings or being judgemental towards yourself or others.
Some suggestions…
- Acknowledge that we are all doing our best given our individual circumstances and genetic makeup (nurture and nature)
- If you want to be a bit better pick one thing you can do differently. I’ve chosen washing my hands for the recommended 20 seconds. Trick: sing happy birthday twice!
- Think creatively: Being the opposite of a homebody sheltering in place is very challenging for me. Recently I went to visit my son and his girlfriend. They sat on their front porch while I sat far away in a beach chair on their front lawn. We had a good conversation and then I got in my car and drove home. It was a great adventure!
- Remember that happiness comes from loving ourselves and others, not from being negative or critical.
- Doing something that is hard to do is an opportunity for feeling proud of yourself. It also builds confidence and self esteem.
Everyone is being challenged to dig deeper and find new ways to get the support they need. Emotional support is in high demand. I encourage you to be proactive by reaching out and asking for it. Talk to a friend or family member that you trust will listen and offer a compassionate response.
Another option is to call me! I’m happy to help in whatever way I can. If you are unable to afford my services at this time, I have a donation driven option till June 1st, 2020. Text or email me for more information.
As depression and suicide is increasing I recommend supporting the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Learn more about their services at www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org.
Stay positive and please be kind and loving to yourself and others… always!
Be good 🙂
MarGO!
Professional Counselor and Business, Career, Life Coach
404.218.4559
MargoGeller@Gmail.com
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