In terms of the immediate future none of us knows the ramifications of the coronavirus. There's likely to be lots of stress, sadness, heartache and loss. Some will be left with emotional scars. Eventually, as with all tragic events the pain will dissipate even if it doesn't disappear entirely.
In dating we have control over the process but not always the results. With COVID 19 we also can't control the end result. However, just like with dating we can be proactive and engage in behaviors that will ultimately ensure a more positive outcome.
Many of us will be spending lots of time "distancing" from others. Perhaps we will be alone for many more hours than we are used to. This can be very uncomfortable. However, mindfully channeling adversity as positively as possible serves to strengthen us and often adds new levels of self-understanding that serve our needs very well in the long run.
I'm suggesting we take a negative situation and try and wring some positive benefit. One area in which we can do this is dating introspection. Engage in some Mind Acrobaticà "ž preparation exercises, become more mindful, grateful and personally-aware. Expend optimistic energy as you discover your own rewarding personal truths!
Use this unanticipated "alone time" to explore and learn. Deeper self-acceptance and understanding of our emotions enables us to better recognize, give and receive true love. Without this, dating is often an effort in futility.
Most importantly, we must love and respect ourselves (warts and all.) Without self-love we can never truly share love with another!
Modern medicine will find a way to prevent the coronavirus. It's just a matter of time. We all hope this pandemic ends soon and must work together to help prevent its spread.
Meanwhile, let's all think about how we can help others weather the crisis and "look-inside ourselves" to discover a world of hidden inner-strength.
Below the trailer for The Shop Around the Corner - dating in the 1940's
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