Calm in the Calamity

In less than a year, the COVID-19 pandemic has uprooted how people in our society lives their daily lives and redefined what “normal” is. It’s not an exaggeration to call it calamity. People have gotten sick. People died. People have lost jobs. People are feeling isolated and suffering mentally and emotionally. As of right now, things don’t look like they’re getting any better.

No matter how chaotic life can get (especially right now), it's important to keep your calm. Panic leads to erratic decisions that usually lead to undesirable outcomes.

Panic comes from fear. Fear is something that you can't avoid, but it's not something that you should let control you. There will always be some threat hanging above you (and sometimes it'll be more serious), but if you're in a situation where you can't help but feel fear, being as calm as you can is the first step in getting through that fear. The next step is choosing to overcome your fear and take action to do so.

Being as calm as you can helps you make the best possible decisions. You consider as much information as you can before you make your decision. The calmer you are, the more you strategize clearly. Most people will tell you that it's wise to think before you act. That's why keeping calm is so important.

Keeping calm in spite of all the calamity gives you a competitive advantage. While others panic, you are strategically thinking ahead. Ironically, your calmness can be your source of strength. In this pandemic, keeping calm can help be clear headed as you navigate through the challenges that are thrown your way.

The pandemic isn’t over. Be calm. There’s more to come. Be ready.

Roderick Conwi is the Executive Editor at Nourishment Notes. He is also the author of The Procrastinator's Quick Guide To Getting It Done. To get powerful insights that enhance your day, join his free newsletter.