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For the past eight months we have been experiencing an altered and heightened awareness. We have been haunted by an unseen virus that could severely hurt us. We have been told to socially distance from friends and loved ones, and to remain vigilant in taking precautions such as wearing masks and washing hands. Additionally, here is uncertainty as to how long this will continue for. As result of this situation you may be be experiencing feelings of fatigue, discomfort and perhaps depression.

“… If your time to you is worth savin’ and you better start swimmin’ or you’ll sink like a stone, for the times they are a-changin’” Bob Dylan (1964)

Although these lyrics were penned over fifty-five years ago, their message still holds true for today. The path for our tomorrows has been developing throughout our lifetime and even before.

What role has faith played in your experience during the pandemic? Do your beliefs give you hope? Do they comfort you even when things get difficult?

In Volume 24 of this guest series, Psychotherapist, Dr. Francis L. Battisti and Nutritionist, Dr. Helen Battisti encourage us to evaluate our beliefs and how practicing activities or mindsets founded on them can be helpful.

For over 10 years, they have worked closely with us on aging concerns and have presented many webinars and in-person workshops. Their newsletter, The Zone, is a weekly mental health and nutrition tip sheet during times of change.