7 Things that Restored my Faith in Humanity
During times of crisis, it is easy to be overcome by fear, anxiety, isolation, and believe that there is more darkness than light and love in the world. In moments like this, it is all the more important to highlight the good of humanity in light of this time of fear. That we as humans do not give in to the darkness that surrounds but we continue to live out of love, not fear. Here are some stories from around the world that show just how humanity has responded with hope and love in the wake of this COVID-19 pandemic.
In moments of darkness we do not succumb to the fear but see an even greater opportunity to bring hope and love. Why do these stories bring such peace to us? Perhaps because it shows the goodness in us as humans. That we do not turn to ourselves and become more selfish during this time but that we can become all the more selfless. We can become united from this isolation, and become all the more connected with each other. Regardless of race, gender, religion, or circumstance, we are all in this together, and we can get through this TOGETHER. Not alone. We can be in isolation without letting ourselves be isolated from one another.
How are you planning to bring hope and love to the world today?
1. In the Archdiocese of Washington, a drive-up adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is held as 150 cars show up during a time of uncertainty and distancing
2. Starbucks offers free coffee to healthcare workers and first responders during COVID-19 pandemic
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3. Business is flooded with orders after starting “Adopt a Doc or Nurse” program to order food for healthcare workers during this pandemic
4. Chinese company ships crates of masks to Italy covered with Italian poetry
“We are waves from the same sea, leaves from the same tree, and flowers from the same garden. Siamo onde dello stesso mare, foglie dello stesso albero, fiori dello stesso giardino“
5. A good thank you after a long day of work
#Solidarityat8: Trend encourages applause for health care workers each night.
WOW: @DavidLengling shared this video with me he captured in Midtown Atlanta. He says at 8 p.m. residents go on their balconies to show their appreciation to healthcare workers and others risking their lives through this pandemic. The cheers and applause got me ? @GoodDayAtlanta pic.twitter.com/bO0h93oxF7
— Natalie Fultz FOX 5 (@NatalieFFOX5) March 25, 2020
6. 103 Cuban medical personnel arrive in Northern Italy to aide in the fight against COVID-19
7. A Sewing Army, Making Masks for America
