Hi, sweet friends. I wanted to check in with you & touch on this. I know we are all struggling at this time, some more than others, and we are all trying our best to navigate our way through this. And I am trying my best to keep up with my work here and over on instagram while trying to keep things as “normal” as possible, given our current state. I am no expert on Covid-19, but I have been trying to share helpful tips for those who may have littles at home, ways to give back, and most importantly, spreading awareness on the importance of STAYING HOME & social distancing.
I too am trying to figure out our flow here at home, and wanted to share some simple ways we can help right now. Serving others brings so much joy, no matter how small or big… so let’s spread some love and serve. Here’s some things our team has come up with!
Ways To Help Others While Social Distancing
Spread Kindness
I thought I would start with this one. “Kindness is free”… Emotions & tensions are high right now and it’s easy to take it out on others. Take a breath and try to see the best in others. What everyone needs right now is compassion, love, and kindness. I am constantly trying to instill this in my children, but now more than ever I see how important teaching your kids kindness truly is. Remember, we are all in this together. Give others grace, we are all trying our best.
Share Helpful Information On Your Platform
Like I said before, I am no expert on COvid-19. I am watching the news daily, checking the CDC constantly, and keeping up on information, but I am not the news outlet. I can share what I feel may be helpful… whether it’s a way to give back in our community (I try to share ways to donate on my stories without overwhelming you!) or something I think my audience might find useful, don’t be afraid to share! No matter how large or small of a “following” you have, share those amazing easy recipes, homeschool tips, craft fun, home workouts, or even easy at-home self care routines. Let’s stay connected and share, share, share!
Shop Small Businesses
Right now small businesses need us! Buy a gift card to use later, some restaurants are offering pick-up or delivery, or purchase something from a small boutique. Support the companies and people you love! (if you have the means, think of the companies you love + what to support)
Check In + Help Others
Make sure to check in on friends and family. Ask how you can help/serve them. Think about those who are elderly or may have compromised immune systems. Just any way to help! For example, I took a meal to a new mama and dropped off treats to another family who just welcomed a baby (just left them at the door). I also have become friends with some amazing ladies on instagram that I knew were having a tough time right now, so I sent them some e-gift cards to hopefully help out or brighten their day… just little kind gestures. I have my kids FaceTime their grandparents or cousins and that makes their whole day. Keeping them social and connected has been super important. My whole family also did a ZOOM chat last weekend and it was the best!
*donating right now is also so great! I just sent a local organization some diapers and wipes. There are many organizations that need donations right now, so when you find them, definitely share them so others can also give back!
What are some other ways we can help right now? These are just a few that we have been doing, but we’d love to add some others! I am so grateful for each of you and the support you have given me as my readers and friends. Be safe everyone, and continue to do your part. We WILL get through this together. XO