A Moment of Reflection in Times of Crisis

We are seeing a lot of forwarded videos and people literally running for 'Panic Shopping,' stocking up things in their houses!

But hey, WAIT! In this time of crisis, maybe we need to pause for a moment and think!

This might be a 'SILENT SLAP' from a higher power, considering the current incidents happening around the world.

Maybe it's an opportunity for all of us to pause and introspect within ourselves! Perhaps we need to think before taking any action, asking ourselves if we are doing the right thing.

Maybe we should consider whether, if we have a cough or fever, we are staying at home or being careless and going out, unconsciously spreading illness.

Maybe we need to pause and think, are we forwarding the right information on WhatsApp or social media, ensuring it won't create unnecessary panic in people?

Running for 'Panic Shopping' and hoarding supplies for months, emptying shelves without considering the person who is completely out of stock for that item and in need - is that what we should be doing?

In this crisis, we need to step up and collaborate like never before. Instead of panicking, we should help each other like never before. Maybe just think about each other and be more mindful than ever before.

We are witnessing 'HISTORY OF THE WORLD' at this moment, and I am sure we all want to tell good stories to our children. Things will happen as they are meant to, and it's not in our hands. However, our actions of doing the right things are definitely within our control. Eventually, at the end, that's what defines us. This time will pass too, but the stories will stay with us forever.

Be good! Be safe!

~ Penned by FP (Name Initials)

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