There is power in empathy and that power resides in each one of us. At this time when the COVID-19 infections continue to surge nationwide, we each have the duty to prevent its spread by being circumspect in our behaviors. This alone can save hundreds, if not thousands, of lives while we are waiting for the vaccine to be approved in our country. So, if we want to really help in curbing the pandemic, we might want to start thinking of how our behavior may impact our loved ones and other people. Let's put ourselves in the shoes of the senior citizens, those who have comorbidities, and the young ones in our immediate family circle who are the most vulnerable persons that the virus, once it reaches our own homes, may greatly affect.
This virus is not to be trifled with. I know that there are people who think that a grand conspiracy to implant chips for control is at work here. There are some who feel invincible because they are strong and healthy. There are also those who think that this is only an upgraded flu. However, let us be aware that whatever one may think about this virus, there have been deaths and hospitalizations of thousands upon thousands worldwide. These are not made-up statistics. Perhaps there may be misdiagnoses in some of the cases, but these do not deny the fact that the virus is real and pernicious.
Accordingly, let us use this power of empathy to save, first and foremost, those who are closest to us. Then, let's extend this to others who are outside our family circles. Let's do this now before it's too late.
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