Positive Lessons Learned During This Shift in Our World

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Slow down.

Something I’ve always wanted to do was live in the present. It’s way easier said than done, I think everyone can agree with that. But this quarantine really has helped me learn to take life one day at a time and not to worry about tomorrow. We get so caught up in things that won’t even matter in the long run. I’ve also learned to mentally and physically live at peace. The ways I’ve achieved peace are through writing down what I’m grateful for, reading an inspiring book, taking in the beauty of nature, helping others, meditating, reaching out to my loved ones, and exercising.

– The Ironistic Team

Reach out to your loved ones.

2020 has brought so much uncertainty and made us all reflect on the things that really matter. I’ve learned that spreading joy, peace, and/or love to someone I know personally or to someone I have not met CAN make a big difference in someone’s day… whether it’s a phone call to a loved one, a hand written letter, a donation to a local business suffering,  supporting an organization you care about, or just learning how to be the best version of yourself through reading and tackling goals. A little goes a long way. Spread positivity and laughs instead of germs and hate.

– Sarah Kelley, Sr. Digital Strategist

Reflect on your values.

I’ve learned how lucky I’ve had it growing up. I come from a diverse upbringing and a family that works hard to provide no matter the circumstances. This is something I want to carry with me and remember not just for my generation, but for the next.

– The Ironistic Team

Look inward.

2020 has forced me to look inward. I haven’t always been one to slow down or take time for myself, but this year has taught me to really take my mental health seriously. I’ve learned the importance of having tough conversations, communicating, listening, reading and digging deep. I’ve learned that there is no right way to handle what the world is going through right now – that it’s okay to feel whatever it is you’re feeling, that those feelings are valid. But most importantly, even when it seems like the world has flipped upside down, there are still good people all around us. Always look for the good, and above all else, be the good that this world so desperately needs right now.

– The Ironistic Team

Be better, do better!