Ukraina, słoneczniki to symbol Ukrainy

Should I Brush My Teeth?

Mar 9, 2022 | Mindset

This morning I was thinking, “How can I stand here in this warm and lovely bathroom brushing my teeth while bombs are exploding on the the other side of the Atlantic?”  

I often watch TV news at night. In the morning, I read the top stories online. At midday I sometimes listen to The Daily

Lately, by the time evening rolls around again, I am often too upset to read or listen any more.

As the daffodils burst in my yard yesterday, I felt guilty that I have a yard when so many people in Ukraine have lost everything. I know that I am not alone in my feelings.

During a recent coaching call a client said, “I hate complaining about my annoying manager when people in Ukraine are fleeing for their lives.”   

This note, Tweeted by @bymariandrew might reflect some of your own feelings and help you know that you are not alone.

Mari-Andrew-Face

If you think that more discussion might be helpful for you, this article delves into the conflicting feelings that many of us are experiencing:


To Anyone Feeling Guilty For Carrying On With Your Life Right Now


I was particularly struck by the reference to a “quiet power in embracing our ‘normal’ lives, since normalcy is exactly what the people of Ukraine are fighting for right now.”

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