Human beings are wired for connection. We need each other. That becomes more obvious as the Covid pandemic continues to increase vulnerability to depression.

We’re keeping our social distances, masking our faces, and avoiding hugs or even handshakes. All of these precautions are important, but not physically satisfying. We cheer each step of a return to ‘normalcy’ that is allowed.

Knowing that we are needed is a basic psychological hunger. Most of us have family or friends who make us aware that our support and contact is important to them.

IF you are deprived of physical contact with your significant-other’s, technology can help you connect by phone, e-mail, zoom, or some other social media.

If you’re not comfortable with technology, or you want added variety (plus the power of touch/feel), you can go ‘Old-school’ with cards and letters, flowers, candy, or other surprises that never lose their charm. Surprise someone. Reach out to spread some love and to assure your dear ones of their importance. It’s a win for you, and for those you connect with.

IF you’re hungry for more of a sense of being needed – I offer an invitation. I need you, dear reader. Without you, my writing is an empty exercise. Without reader engagement, writing feels like a lost effort cast into lonely silence.

I sign-off many of my posts with – ‘Blessings, Love, and Laughter’. That tag line sums up my mission. I want to share information, blessings, and encouragement. I want to help spread some love and the healing power of laughter. You can help with your comments.

Do you have questions about coping with depression or supporting someone else as they cope with this subject? Do you need encouragement on other subjects? Do you have ideas you could share about how to spread more love, light, and laughter? Do you need ideas for the same? Your comments can guide my writing. What do you want to see?

I would love for these posts to become more conversational. Think of what you need, and of all the dear ones who need YOU. Then enjoy as you make contact.

COPING TIPs: Cookies, Hot Cocoa, and Teddy Bear (or pillow) hugs can ALL offer self-comfort when you’re alone. They’re even better when shared – in-person or via Zoom, etc. Give yourself permission to indulge. Be generous with yourself and others.

Don’t forget to scroll down to the comment section and confirm that we have connected. Please let me know how I’m doing so far. Thank you so much!

Blessings, Love, and Laughter to you!

Margaret

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