Normalize Kindness
Because we are better human beings.
Within the last 6 months, one of my colleagues lost his dad, another’s brother committed suicide, I lost a friend due to cancer, a college friend lost his mom, and then there is an ongoing Covid crisis.
Mayhem is the new normal in our country and that’s the exact reason we need to be more empathetic than ever.
Everybody is one edge. One small action or comment can trigger anyone. People are overwhelmed having been stuck at home for so long.
I guess no one was prepared for such a gruel test. Not us, not our parents, not medical facilities, and definitely not the concerned authorities.
In a country like India where we think twice before talking about mental wellbeing, there has been an expected rise in mental health issues. Everyone from the elders to the young ones is suffering.
Life seems pretty aimless.
Most of us are lacking any energy or desire to do any productive work.
The situations look gloomy. Actually very gloomy.
But an encouraging thing to highlight amidst all this chaos is that every single person is doing his/her best to pacify the situation.
Health care workers have been working 24X7 for so many months. People involved in manufacturing vaccines, medicines, and other necessary commodities are working overtime to meet the demands. So many government officials are deployed to keep things under order. Random strangers are helping each other through social media apps. Along with this, there are many unsung heroes whose acts get unnoticed.
I agree even with so many efforts people are dying daily which is sad. Still, the right thing is to keep doing our bit and hope for the best.
“Even if I knew that tomorrow the world would go to pieces, I would still plant my apple tree.” — Martin Luther
Most of us are not treating the patients directly. However, we can treat the ever-growing pessimism. Let us be kind to ourselves and each other. Try to maintain a positive upbeat environment in our homes. Call some old friends to check on their well-being. Share our true vulnerabilities with loved ones. And keep smiling.
