Mind Matters Most

  Mind Matters Most Among the many challenges arising from the coronavirus is the impact of isolation on our mental wellbeing. Confinement, diminished social contact and worries about the world present internal stressors for many of us as we are forced to spend more time with ourselves, exposed to the tumultuous nature of our complicated minds. For others, this period may also present itself as a blessing in disguise. Much of the outside stimulation that normally captivates us is taken away. With isolation comes a slowed-down pace of life, a simpler existence freed from the constant push and pull of our social commitments, desires, plans and obligations. Whether our experience of social distancing has positive or negative undertones, or perhaps a combination of the two, there is an opportunity to get to know our thoughts and become more aware of what’s happening inside our minds. We can use this time to our advantage, to begin understanding the various ways we are limited or debilitate