March 19, 2020
It’s all really surreal. This whole COVID-19 thing. Activities, events and businesses are being closed, postponed and cancelled. Companies are requiring employees to telework. “Social Distancing” is a term most of us have probably never even heard before. It feels like we’ve pushed the “pause” button on everyday life, indefinitely. Understandably it’s stressful, and unnerving. All of the uncertainties and unknowing of it all. And while most of us have never experienced this exact situation, we’ve all probably experienced panic or fear. The problem is, fear-based decision making, or being overcome by panic, is not going to fix anything. The only way we’re going to move past this worldwide crisis, is through kindness, patience and positivity. Stay calm and look out for one another.
Turning my focus outward to help others, always brings me to a space of peace and joy. A simple smile, saying hello, offering a genuine compliment or holding a door for someone is an easy (and free) way to spread kindness. But when we’re all told to stay home and isolate ourselves, it’s even more challenging to band together. So, I’ve been thinking about what I can do, given the current situation, to help my friends, my fellow business owners, artists and service industry providers who may be feeling an impact on their livelihood right now. Here’s what I came up with:
In this same spirit of community and giving back, this week we’re running a sale to make your retail therapy a no brainer. Help others in need while also practicing self care. We’re donating a percentage of every order to someone in need, and because there are SO many people to help, i've asked my community to nominate their friends, family and selves.. you can check it all out here. I believe every little touch, and every small gesture, goes a long way to help ease stress and anxiety, especially when life is uncertain. If we all just do one thing each day, to help our communities, we’ll be on the other side of this crisis, and we’ll all be better for it.
I love you all and stay strong xoxo