Superficiality in the Midst of International Crisis

03.24.20

There’s nothing that gets my dopamine levels up like a good online shopping spree or an influx of Instagram likes. The problem with superficiality amidst COVID-19, is assuming that we still care about things at the surface level of society. What do we do when we can’t fill these gaps with clout and shoes?

For the past 6 months to a year, I’ve spent in a state of constant change. To the point where I can only focus on what’s right in front of me. Changing jobs, romantic relationships, moving, etc. All the “big” things were crammed into a time period where I was already struggling to find my purpose. This year, I’m going to find purpose outside my superficial comfort zone and attempt to find peace in the chaos that is modern living. This is my list of attempts, I hope it inspires you to make a change too.

Train for another half marathon, with my boyfriend, friends, and family. One was definitely the loneliest number last go around.
Take every. single. PTO day. Whether I’m able to travel or not, I’m working to live not the other way around.
Volunteer with inner city youth organizations. In college, I logged 24+ hours of community service a semester, and it energized me throughout everything else going on in my life.
Indulge in food and drink I normally don’t allow myself to eat or drink. AND, big “and” here, force myself to think of my body in a respectful way!
Attend various church services. Faith in my youth was so important to me, but in my adulthood, I haven’t pursued it. I want to get back on track and find a church and community that aligns with my values.
Take free classes, unrelated my profession. I would love to learn about cultures and languages outside my own.
Let go of things that aren’t serving me anymore. This is something that I’ve actually done the last few months and I’m really proud of that. Continuing on!

If you read this far (hi Mom!) then thank you! Possibly the only good thing about this Pandemic it that it shows us our real motives. Without COVID-19 I might not have realized how superficial I was becoming. That’s not who I am, so I’m ~making a change~ It would be very cool if you joined me!