Look for the Good
There are simply no words to address the cruel tragedy that took place on Monday, April 15, 2013. What should have been a joyous, triumphant day was instantly transformed into a nightmare.
However, I was warmed to learn about all the brave, warm-hearted, generous individuals in Boston who immediately responded to the crisis: running in to carry injured away, racing through the finish line and directly on to the hospital to donate blood, opening up homes and restaurants to those in need of a meal, a shower, a computer to contact loved ones, or a place to stay.
A Mr. Rogers quote was floating around Facebook and the Twittersphere the following day: "Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping."
And this is just what we must do to stay sane, to overcome fear, and to keep looking up. I personally suffer from mild anxiety, and events like this spark a great fear inside me. The only way to quell this is by focusing on the good that emerged from the rubbl…
However, I was warmed to learn about all the brave, warm-hearted, generous individuals in Boston who immediately responded to the crisis: running in to carry injured away, racing through the finish line and directly on to the hospital to donate blood, opening up homes and restaurants to those in need of a meal, a shower, a computer to contact loved ones, or a place to stay.
A Mr. Rogers quote was floating around Facebook and the Twittersphere the following day: "Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping."
And this is just what we must do to stay sane, to overcome fear, and to keep looking up. I personally suffer from mild anxiety, and events like this spark a great fear inside me. The only way to quell this is by focusing on the good that emerged from the rubbl…