Chapter 1: The Importance of Breathing

Remember to take a moment to breathe.

The long-distance truck driver tasked with delivering essential supplies to your local store faced the challenge of quickly arranging childcare after schools shut down. Similarly, the cashier at the store had to adapt, interacting with countless strangers to ensure they could meet their rent obligations, all while facing the risk of homelessness during a pandemic that particularly affects the elderly.

The pharmacist, committed to improving public health, is anxious about potential delays in shipments that could hinder their ability to fill prescriptions and assist those in need. Meanwhile, doctors are consumed by worry—concerned that an unseen force, a minuscule threat that emerged only months prior, could adversely affect their patients. They cling to hope that science, logistics, and a bit of luck will allow them to practice medicine beyond just triage in the uncertain months ahead.

We are all interconnected, sharing the responsibility to support those around us because we can. Despite our fears and uncertainties, we will persevere. This is simply what we do.

For millennia, our ancestors battled invisible foes that claimed their loved ones. They fought without the knowledge of what was afflicting them. Today, we are armed with understanding and the lessons learned from the past. We have eradicated some of these threats before and will do so again.

We have unraveled the genetic code of this virus, and in laboratories worldwide, tirelessly working individuals—whom you may never meet—are engaged in a battle using test tubes, computers, and unyielding determination. This resolve has fueled humanity's greatest achievements, from harnessing fire to exploring the moon and splitting atoms. It is this very will that defies the brutality of nature and unites us all in the fight against death. These scientists are driven by a legacy of resilience, striving to aid you, me, and our loved ones.

Let’s remember the depth of our capacity for empathy and compassion, as we extend kindness to both friends and strangers alike.

Wash your hands, cultivate patience, and find ways to show kindness.

Chapter 2: Breathing Techniques for Calmness

This video, "Coronavirus (Covid19) Recovery Breathing Exercises," offers valuable breathing techniques designed to help individuals cope with anxiety and improve lung function during recovery from COVID-19.

In this video, "Covid Breathing Exercises and the BEST Breathing Positions," learn effective strategies for alleviating shortness of breath and enhancing respiratory health during the pandemic.