In the face of all the uncertainty and change which the COVID-19 pandemic is bringing, there are many inspirational thinkers and speakers who have been lighting the way and providing resources to nourish our spiritual strength. We’ve created a list of some of our favourites here.
COVID-19 Has The Power To Cause Fear And Anxiety
Since the outbreak of the Coronavirus, the last few months have seen so many unprecedented events across all corners of the globe. The COVID-19 pandemic, through both the virus and the measures being taken around the world to protect ourselves from it, has changed the day to day lives of so many people in a very dramatic way.
It is no wonder that many are feeling anxious and disoriented amidst these twists and turns. Without the right support systems in place, it can feel overwhelming and as if you are unable to cope with the stress and trauma the COVID-19 pandemic has brought. That’s why, now more than ever, it’s so important to recognise the need to nurture and protect our inner selves.
COVID-19 Resources From Online Communities To Bring You Strength In Uncertain Times
There are many ways to nourish our resilience. Thinking about different perspectives and ways to frame the turbulent events which are going on around us is a great place to start. Learning and practicing mindfulness and breathing techniques to provide support at stressful moments in the day is also really valuable. Fortunately, the online community is already sharing a host of thoughtful, free, resources to help empower you to approach these times with renewed strength and perspective. Many recognised spiritual thinkers and speakers have risen to the latest challenges, providing insight and ideas to strengthen our resolve and ability to process the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic. Below, we’ve highlighted our picks of positive and empowering voices, along with a COVID-19 resource they’ve recently shared.
Deepak Chopra
In this calming article, Deepak explores how we can try to connect to our source when we respond to our fears:
‘Crises call for action, and the COVID-19 crisis has triggered global action, much of it motivated by alarm, fear, and the dread of uncertainty. But what about the individual person who feels afraid and uncertain? I’d like to propose an answer based on the silent mind.’
“In the midst of movement and chaos, keep stillness inside of you.”
― Deepak Chopra
Deepak Chopra is the Founder and Chairman of The Chopra Foundation, and Co-Founder of the Chopra Center for Wellbeing. As a global leader and pioneer in the field of mind-body medicine, Chopra transforms the way the world views physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and social wellness. Known as a prolific author of eighty books with twenty-two New York Times best sellers in both fiction and non-fiction, his works have been published in more than forty-three languages.
Eckhart Tolle
In this insightful talk Eckhart shares an important practice for this challenging time that allows us to rise above our thoughts about external circumstances and access a deeper dimension of ourselves.
“You are not your mind.”
— Eckhart Tolle
Eckhart’s profound yet simple teachings have already helped countless people throughout the world find inner peace and greater fulfillment in their lives. At the core of the teachings lies the transformation of consciousness, a spiritual awakening that he sees as the next step in human evolution. An essential aspect of this awakening consists in transcending our ego-based state of consciousness. This is a prerequisite not only for personal happiness but also for the ending of violence on our planet.
Anodea Judith
“The body is the vehicle, consciousness the driver. Yoga is the path, and the chakras are the map.”
― Anodea Judith
Anodea Judith, Ph.D. has been called “a prophet for our time.” A groundbreaking thought leader who is the founder and director of Sacred Centers, and a writer, therapist, and spiritual teacher. Her passion for the realization of human potential matches her concern for humanity’s impending crises—her fervent wish is that we “wake up in time.”
Marianne Williamson
A guided Coronavirus meditation taking you on a journey to fill your body with light.
“Nothing binds you except your thoughts; nothing limits you except your fear; and nothing controls you except your beliefs.”
― Marianne Williamson
For over three decades Marianne has been a leader in spiritual and religiously progressive circles. She is the author of 14 books, four of which have been #1 New York Times best sellers.
Thomas Hübl
Thousands of people joined Thomas for this live broadcast where he talked about how we can meet this moment with presence –– our inner connection to the essence of life –– and the importance of innovation, especially during challenging times.
“All the situations in our life that we call stressful, difficult, or challenging, are actually signposts for our growth.”
– Thomas Hübl
Thomas Hübl is a modern mystic, a spiritual teacher whose work integrates the core insights of the great wisdom traditions with the discoveries of contemporary science. Since 2004 he has been leading workshops, multi-year training programs, and larger events and festivals.
