We all know we need to keep our distance from one another to limit the spread of this disease.
We are told to stay 6 feet from those not within our family.
But social distnancing does NOT have to me social isolation.
We NEED each other!
We need suport from others.
I am NOT advocating for ignoring the guidelines to keep 6 feet away from others.
No we are not sick.
But we cant afford to get sick!
I encourage all of you to stay home as well.
Can I get an Amen?!
We need to care MORE during this crisis lean into people and double-check everyone is okay.
So how can you abide by social distancing without social isolation?
Sometimes the worse part is feeling all alone!
Think especially about singles, elderly, single parents….
They would love to get a message just letting them know you are thinking about them.
Especially for families that are close or far away.
Stay close by making it a point to use Facetime, Messenger, Skype, Zoom, etc.
to talk to your family face to face.
Some churches have childrens ministry online or meet via Zoom.
But not all churches are offering all these services, and not everyone has a church they call home.
They need your financial support now more than ever!
Some in your community will loose their jobs and need support.
Your faithful giving allows the church to help those in need around you that you may never see.
And not just churches homeless shelters, food kitchens, etc.
all need at least the support you have always given if not more!
Visit their websites most have a place to give online.
Buy a giftcard for your favorite restaurant, shop onine at Kohls, Amazon, Gymboree, etc.
Pray
Nothing helps you stop focusing on your own loneliness faster than putting the focus on others.
Your family may consider having a blessing jar where you write down things you are grateful for everyday.
Things may not be ideal, but we all have SO MUCH to be thankfulfor!
You wont even have to run into them…. but it will be a huge blessing to them!
sewing masks, yard work) and to share this joint experience.
Comment on peoples post and create conversation trust me you all need it!
Find out what they like, create a shared interest, start a inside joke.
Be grateful you are not alone and treasure those you are sheltering at home with!
Tell them you love them, hug them, sit close, and enjoy each other !
verify you see 101Things to Do Isolation
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We have lots of resources to help your family not just survive, but THRIVE in Social Distancing!
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Try our 40+April Activies for Kidsor these funApril Crafts for Kids.
Lets make technology work to bring us closer together for a change!
Connect with others, make their day, and feel less isolated yourself!
