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The website content reflects on the resilience and unity of humanity in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, emphasizing love, community support, and the hope for a stronger future.

Abstract

The article "Love & Tranquility" on the undefined website discusses the global impact of COVID-19 and the resilient spirit of humanity. It conveys a message of optimism and solidarity, noting that despite the real dangers of the virus, people are coming together in new ways, such as through video chats and socially-distanced greetings. The author, Chris Hedges, shares personal anecdotes of community support, including friends coordinating grocery deliveries for those in quarantine and virtual group chats to uplift spirits. The piece highlights the importance of human connection, even as physical distancing measures are in place, and suggests that this crisis may lead to positive changes in public health policy. The author expresses a belief in the power of love over fear and emphasizes the collective strength of humanity in overcoming adversity.

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The author feels a sense of optimism and believes that humanity will emerge from the pandemic stronger and more united.
There is an observed increase in acts of kindness and community support, such as grocery deliveries for quarantined individuals and virtual group chats to boost morale.
The virus is seen as a non-discriminatory threat affecting people worldwide, reinforcing the idea that all of humanity is on the same team.
The author expresses a desire for the well-being of others, hoping that neither they nor their acquaintances will contract the virus.
There is a recognition of the global community's ability to come together during crises, as evidenced by videos from Italy and India showing communal solidarity.
The author reflects on past experiences, such as 9/11, to draw parallels with the current situation, noting that communities often rise to the occasion during challenging times.
The article suggests that the pandemic may lead to improvements in the health system and a greater emphasis on public health as a priority.
The author, identifying as non-binary and transfemme, advocates for love as a guiding principle, including self-love and love for others, and connects this to the advancement of all people.

Love & Tranquility

Humans are resilient. We will prevail!

A quick message of love and peace for you!

We will overcome these days of challenge. I feel a sense of optimism, even though there is a real danger. I know that we will come together after this stronger and closer. I feel the bonds forming between people around the world. We are all in this together. We are all on one team — humanity. The virus doesn’t discriminate against anyone from any particular country.

I feel a sense of love. I seem people saying hello when I’m at the grocery store. People are taking time to say hi to each other, even as they keep their distance. People wave with gloved hands, instead of shaking them.

COVID-19 cases are hitting home

I hear stories of COVID-19 cases increasing. My ex told me that two of her friends are in quarantine because someone they work with might have coronavirus. They work in the health field. They were exposed to someone while they were working.

A network of friends is working on making sure they have groceries dropped off on their porch and is keeping in touch with them via video. A bunch of people gathered together last night for a group chat to raise their spirits.

I hope they don’t have COVID-19. I hope nobody I know gets it. But, it’s a constant threat to our wellness. I wear gloves when I go to the store to get some supplies. I try not to touch my face — which is hard to do, but I’m hoping I am more aware of not doing it than before. Hand washing is a priority.

The world is showing us that people can pull together as one during extraordinary times. Videos from Italy of people singing. I saw another similar video of people banging pots and pans in India to show that they are all together in this. — Chris Hedges.

People are smiling and coming together because that’s what we are designed to do. Love is so powerful that it wins over fear. People pull together in times of crisis. They make sure each other is okay. They reach out electronically in these days when it’s not possible to give someone a hug in person.

We are also living in a small world. My oldest son is in lock down in the Philippines. He lives with family. I have seen videos of other YouTubers describing their experiences with flight cancellations and travel difficulties with COVID-19 screenings and being held in various transit points until cleared onward.

All of the videos and all of my observations show people being human — concerned about one another. Willing to help in the ways that they can. Most of time time it is just being friendly and acknowledging we will make it through this better when it is all said and done.

On 9/11, I remember seeing people in my neighborhood come together to check on each other as our normal flight patterns over our subdivision were replaced with screaming military jets.

The same is true for natural disasters and storms. People check on neighbors. Ask if everything is okay. Do they need any assistance. That has been my experience. People rise to challenges and surpass expectations with their community spirit.

We will be better as people. I wish we didn’t have to go through this. It’s tough. I wish people weren’t dying. I wish we had some way to stop the virus from spreading.

But, we’re learning to live with ourselves and our thoughts. We are seeing the resilience.

I am glad I live in an area that is rough and tough. People have survived major economic downturns in my area of the rust belt. It makes people more caring. We still have our share of problems, but people are following limits on buying goods to allow others to restock as well. People are cordial and friendly in stores, even if they are afraid to get to close. There is a lot of polite, “excuse me, I’m passing by” statements, rather than people rushing and being in a hurry. Life is slowing down. That may be an unexpected side-benefit.

Another benefit might be changes to our health system as people lose their jobs. I can see people making public health a priority to make sure people are strong and healthy so that we are better protected against future health crises. It is the same idea that our leaders had when they created public education. Strengthening our people in mind and body benefits all of us as a whole.

Love and peace to all of you!

💗💗💗

Chris

About me:

Chris Hedges, BA, JD, is an editor at ILLUMINATION, The Bad Influence, The Tease, Red Curtain Erotica, Fortune Favors the Bold and epicene & androgyny. I can also be found at 96c.co/chris. I am my youngest son’s caregiver. I write about spirituality, sensuality, LGBTQ+ issues, fiction, poetry and other topics that strike my fancy. I am addicted to reading other Medium authors. I’m non-binary, transfemme. I believe love is the answer — especially starting with loving ourselves and others. I believe in connecting each other for all of our advancement as people. 💗