Now more than ever your choices matter

THE NEW NORMAL

In light of Covid-19, we are living in a new normal. One that we all hope will not last too long.

We are inundated with information, updates and even memes on the virus and what we need to do. We are concerned about what this means for our jobs, day to day lives and the future.

With all these thoughts, concerns, fears, ideas and challenges, it is very easy to spiral into anxiety, depression and panic.

WE ALSO HAVE CHOICE

NOW, more than ever, we can choose to :

manage what and how much social media we watch
leave WhatsApp groups that don't add value to our lives
stop distracting notifications sounds
display leadership in our words and actions
be thoughtful when shopping
be kind instead of being curt and nervous
practice being positive, motivating communicators
be in present in all interactions
learn new technologies so their are no interruptions to business
to read the books that are laying around in the house or on your reading device
become more aware of your body language especially if doing video calls
do more online courses
move and exercise every day
spend time in the garden
help those in need
ask if someone needs help
play with your children instead of being glued to a device
get back in touch with old friends
stay in touch with family and loved ones
pray more
use the time we had for commuting for something uplifting

These are the behaviours of winners and people who are determined to make the best of any situation.

If you'd like to get some quick and easy ways to increase the effectiveness of your face to face and online communication in a world where we have to be aware of proximity and social distancing, check out this YouTube video.