Our societal climate has drastically changed since March, and our vocabulary has been flooded with these now common words: COVID, masks, social distancing, and remote learning/working. The concept of connecting has brought about new meaning and not only in the way we connect, but also the importance of it. We have all undergone a tremendous “life transition”, which can bring about anxiety and depression. Life transitions can also promote reflection and positive change.
Before March, how did you connect with the people in your life, your community, and the world at large? In the past few months, what has connecting looked like for you? What has stayed the same…what has changed?
These questions cross our mind on a routine basis now because as humans, we are always seeking ways we can connect with others, nature, and society. A world that used to be our playground now has limitations. There are ways of living we have hopefully only temporarily lost, and it is okay to grieve the losses that have occurred.
Connecting amid a pandemic has certainly tapped into the need to be more creative. We use Zoom, Face Time, meeting in parks, etc. to sustain our relationships. To put it bluntly, personal connections are required for us to stay physically, emotionally, spiritually, socially, and mentally healthy.
Counseling is a way for you to connect with another person who can help you navigate this collective “life transition”. Telehealth (virtual) and walk-and-talk sessions are options that offer safety of space and in-person interaction.
Amid loss, there can be gain…amid grief, there can be healing…and amid a pandemic, there can still be togetherness.
Be well~
Marissa
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