Examples of solidarity that flourish during the coronavirus crisis

Examples of solidarity spread and flourish in the world, showing us something hopeful: good acts are contagious. We also discovered that people can be wonderful and that in difficult moments, we know (on average) to act together. Believe it or not, that is the most powerful ingredient to successfully overcome the greatest difficulties, reacting as a group and not as an individual.

Beethoven said that the only symbol of superiority he knew was kindness. Perhaps, that moment has come when from the stillness of our homes, from the calm of those previously effervescent cities, we have to make an act of reflection.

Maybe we have to reformulate our sense of societyrevalue the scientific, social and health areas much more before the large economic allocations destined for leisure or sports such as football. Maybe.
In times of adversity, we suddenly discover what our true priorities are. However, all these changes will come (or not) in those days that will open after the crisis and in the post-coronavirus phase.

So far, only kindness, solidarity, and the sacrifice of those who leave home every day to work, to save lives or to guarantee that we have access to the most basic goods and services prevail.

The examples of solidarity that we are seeing help us to trust humanity again. We are extraordinary beings, people who let their inner light be seen when they look beyond themselves to care about others. So let’s see what events are happening these days.

Examples of solidarity during the coronavirus

Tedros Adhanom, director general of the World Health Organization (WHO) made it clear just a few days ago: “andThis virus tests our solidarity, on a political, financial, scientific and also social level. We have a common enemy, one that does not know borders, culture, religion or social strata. Now it is more necessary than ever to act together and that is something we are seeing every day in very different ways.“.

China, the country where the crisis began and which has earned our admiration

China is no longer the country of the “virus”. Right now, we are the “virus” planet. This country where the coronavirus outbreak began at the end of 2019 is, at this time, an example of solidarity.

Not only Italy and Spain are sending shipments of medical products. In the last days, is sending us teams of experts to help in the serious crisis facing Europe. Today, the number of deaths and infections in the northern Italian region even exceeds that of China.

Their selfless collaboration and their ability to react are moving us all.

“Neighbor, don’t go out, I’m going to shop for you”, neighborhood network to help those most in need

Altruistic behaviors are seen every day among neighborhood networks. There are many people who altruistically offer to make purchases for those older people or those with reduced mobility, who are the group at greatest risk.

In addition, It is also worth highlighting the work of the state security forces and bodies who are also mobilizing these days to provide service to those men and women who, due to their characteristics, need greater attention.

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In recent days we are seeing another example of solidarity that moves. There are many professionals from different areas such as obstetrics, traumatology, cardiology, university professors, high school professors, psychiatrists and psychologists who offer their help through Twitter and other social networks.

There are many people who, being confined at home, have problems and doubts. Professionals have offered from a distance to provide support and advice.

Seamstresses making masks and health equipment

This is another phenomenon that never ceases to give us hope. In view of the shortage of equipment that all our healthcare workers are experiencing in their daily work, help has been requested not only from textile companies for the manufacture of these products. There are many women who, from their towns and cities, are sewing hundreds of masks.

Many of them, at an advanced age, feel excited that they are doing something important for others…

Ovation from the balconies every day: recognition of the health workers

There are examples of solidarity that start from emotions. From those who feel grateful, from those who recognize the daily efforts of doctors, nurses, assistants, cleaners… From all those health professionals who spend their long shifts in hospitals caring for those infected by coronavirus.

The effort is immense and the means are not there. At the moment, the curve refuses to flatten and absolutely everyone is involved in that task, from children to adults. However, There are warriors who are on the front line, who also fall and suffer infectionswho care for the patient with respect and affection with the greatest of professionalism.

In Spain, and Every day at 8 p.m. sharp, the population comes out to their windows and balconies to applaud their work. And we will continue like this until this imperceptible enemy subsides. Examples of solidarity will continue to occur every day and throughout the world. This should, without a doubt, be the authentic contagion that we should all receive.

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