CEO MESSAGE
A Flourishing Future A common question we hear as hope is on the horizon due to the increasing number of people vaccinated and life as we know it seems to be changing in many ways, is what do we do next? In the writing and commentary on this topic one word that I think is great to carry with us going forward is “flourish.” Given the past long months of sadness and challenges both at work and for our families and community, we know that the worry, isolation and exhaustion have taken their toll. As our community is beginning to feel the difference that is starting to happen, research reveals that one of the things we can do is take time to flourish. What does that mean? Here are just a few ideas that come to mind. Perhaps there are one or two that you might like to do, as we begin this new period of our lives. Celebrate more, not only the big events that will eventually return but the smaller things like meeting up with old friends or organizing a family get-together. Reconnect with someone you have missed during the pandemic. Pursue an interest that the pandemic prevented you from doing, either learning something new or rejoining a group you had to forego. Savor more things in the moment, like a little chat with someone you encounter on an elevator or at a store, an “awe” walk or “mindful photography”--just taking a picture of something that makes you happy. Something that helps me flourish today is reflecting on my gratitude for all of our caring staff members at OneWorld who have worked so selflessly and tireless during this pandemic and for the generosity of our wonderful donors, who make it possible for us to have a greater impact.
Andrea Skolkin, Chief Executive Officer
Taking time to flourish,
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