The Stillness of Quarantine

I hope you’re all staying safe and doing well during quarantine. This social distancing is truly something else!! In order to stay in contact with everyone, social media and zoom have become the happy hours and dinner dates of today. Who would’ve thought this would be our norm…I know I had no idea!

I know we’ve all seen the post stating, “If you don’t come out of this quarantine with either a new skill, a new business, or more knowledge, you didn’t lack time, you lacked discipline”. Now for some that is a punch in the face. Although the circumstances are weary, this is the first time some have been able to take a break, to help their kids with their homework, to hang out with their spouse, to truly enjoy family or to even cook a real meal. In the hustle and bustle of life, we sometimes for the most important things. Take this moment to BREATHE and truly BE STILL.

The Benefits of the Stillness

This quarantine has allowed me to “BE”…be present in my faith, be present in marriage, be present in my relationships, be present with me.

I’m able to spend more time with God and truly bask in His presence without feeling rushed.

I’m able to cook meals almost daily with my husband, watch countless hours of Netflix and enjoy the company of my spouse without feeling the cares of the world weighing me down.

I’m able to be intentional about my relationships by calling and texting my friends and loved ones on a weekly basis without the distractions of meetings and super long to-do lists.

I’m able to truly enjoy “me time” without feeling guilty that I’m forgetting something.

Be still in these moments.

These are unforeseen times and it’s harder on some than others. So give yourself and others grace as we navigate through this together.

If  you come out of this with a new skill, a new business or more knowledge…GREAT, but if you come out with stronger faith, a sound mind, a healthy marriage and stronger relationships that is just as GREAT.

There is beauty and peace in the still moments.

Be Blessed. Be Bold. BeYOUtiful.

❤️LC