Although it is understandable that election-related discussions are still trending on social media, it is prudent to divert our attention to something less emotionally charged. And we don't want it to become a pandemic with no end in sight, so the discussion rages. And what better way to do so than to learn from nature's lessons.
Because life follows a cycle of birth, growth, and death, and hence rebirth, nature teaches us that life must go on regardless of human-initiated activities, whether we succeed or fail. As a result, we must never lose sight of the bright side of every setback, including those beyond our control.
Nature can also be used to represent resiliency. It all begins anew. It grows back. It recovers. Seeing how nature gets reborn from even that awful trauma is something we can talk about with others.
Nature does not pass judgment on humans. It provides a path for those who are experiencing trust issues, which are frequently caused by social trauma. It can be therapeutic and healing for individuals to be able to discuss and process in an environment where no one is criticizing or yelling at them.
Nature isn't a cure-all, but even getting outside for five minutes a day can enhance overall mood. It can also help improve our relationship skills, lower stress and anger, and improve our ability to focus.
May is a flower-filled month. Blooming is a sign of life's, and everything's, energy. It represents vigor and hence attracts positive energy. There is a point when its bud reflects its will to grow. This will continue till a bright blossom can smell the fresh air. This is only sustainable for a limited time. And while it is still in its best, we need to relish its scent, beauty till it withers and lacks its luster. Then it displays its dullness and gradually falls out. And all is fleeting, as seeds bring the chance for rebirth, and life begins all over again. And the entire procedure aids us in our recovery or transition. We want the transition to be as smooth and natural as possible.
Flowers remind us all to follow specific time and natural course of events to handle our senses and emotions when it comes to moving on or mending. If we are not ready, we cannot force or be compelled to surrender to the healing process. To immerse oneself in the process, one must naturally open one's heart and mind. No one can even determine when and where healing will occur.
So many emotions have been forged in the days following the election. Emotional exchanges have taken place on social media. We can't dispute that this platform contributes significantly to the spread of erroneous information and half-truths.
The bottom line, it makes no difference who controls the majority in our country. Is the public sufficiently educated, enfranchised, and resourced to engage in a government that claims to be of, by, and for the people? We're missing the people part—not because people don't care, but because we're not doing our job as a society, as a culture, to ensure that democracy works. Talking about it, which might be a never-ending topic, is part of the process of moving forward.