Weekend Reminder for Quarantined Friends

For those of you working from home, I wanted to share a quick weekend reminder:

1. Be grateful. So many people have lost their jobs permanently or are furloughed. I’m Christian and thank God. You might do the same or simply whisper positivity into the Universe.

2. Say thank you. Your family is likely just as stir crazy as you but at least you are working. Instead of just relaxing this weekend, make breakfast for your partner or take your dog on a long walk!

3. Please share. Almost every major company has created employee assistance funds. If you are still getting paid, please give a bit to those who are not. Here is a tracker of company efforts in support of their employees or communities. And here is a broader list.

4. Be safe. Stay home. At this point, I’m listening to my elected officials for sure but following my gut as well. And my gut tends to be a bit more conservative. So I’m staying home and staying safe for a while longer. Please be safe as you are led.

5. Reach out. Make at least three calls this weekend. And not just to the sick or most vulnerable. Call your single friend working from home alone without a pet. Send a handwritten note to a family member or friend just because. We are all kind of lonely during this crisis, whether we realize it or not.

For more thoughts on how you might use this crazy time for good, read my blogs “Make Friends BEFORE you need them” and “Aim for life connections”. Or start here.

Be well. Lead on.

Adam

Even if protesting, wear your face mask. #staysafe

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