Choosing a topic to write about each week is never easy. There is so much information about how to maintain mental wellness and that information can be framed around even more topics. This week I was torn between a few different topics – the scandals within the Trump Administration or Beyonce at Coachella or the unprovoked arrest of two black men at a Philadelphia Starbucks. All of that changed yesterday.
Yesterday a large portion of my hometown was hit by a tornado. Many of my friends have been left homeless and/or left without transportation. Most of their material possessions have been destroyed.
Mother Nature knows how to put things into perspective. Yes, there is a large amount of conversation surrounding what might be a corrupt administration, and yes this can be troubling. And Beyonce always brings joy and inspiration, so of course she’s an easy topic to write about. And what can I say about the incident at Starbucks? I’m sure that it’s caused some to be angry and indifferent about racial progress.
Then… the tornado… and a change of perspective. I gained a clearer perspective on what matters most…. Gratefulness!
Being grateful for the small things…Being grateful for loved ones …Being grateful for memories. And most importantly, being grateful for life.
There is a lot happening in the world. However, we should learn how to let the main thing be the main thing. Let’s learn to cherish what matters most and as always, let’s press on together!