When we are not in a good place mentally, we tend to even forget the tips that we already know, that we've already used. I think it's that primitive part of our brain at work. It's still trying to protect us from marauding mastodons. That programming definitely served its purpose back in the day but now it shuts down our less reactive, more thoughtful side which does not serve us well on so many levels. What tricks and tips have you found that ground you now?
What makes your life more bearable now amidst isolation and uncertainty?
Are you willing to share?
I'd love it if we are able to remind one another (and ourselves) that we actually do have many tools at our fingertips and, at the same time, that we can all learn from one another. Feel free to jump in and join the conversation.
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Tips so far:
Last time, I gave you the link to the National Emergency Library- 1.4 million digital books, including many for the younger crowd. All free, wherever you live, for the duration of the crisis.
My offering today: The Shows Must Go On! Free Classic Musicals for 48 Hours Each! Great idea from Universal! Check it out! Welcome to The Shows Must Go On the channel bringing you show tunes, backstage access and full performances from some of the best loved musicals in history!
In honor of Passover, this weekend, they showed Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Next weekend, in honor of Easter, they're showing Jesus Christ Superstar. Please note: The link is based on London time [BST], so, for example, their 7:00pm is 1:00pm CDT for example, going until Sunday, 1:00pm CDT, etc. Please calculate according to your time zone so you don't miss it.
Articles in this series:
The Surprise Ending to My COVID-19 Birthday Blues 4.2.20
Alone but Together: Italians Singing Solos on Balconies and More 3.19.20, my interview with Bob Koehler
Beyond Surviving: How to Thrive in Challenging Times 3.17.20. My interview with OpEdNews Managing Editor, Meryl Ann Butler
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Thank you, Meryl Ann, for your trimming and tweaking. My pieces often start off resembling the "before" picture of bonsai plants.
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