Stanford economist Paul Romer is credited with the statement, “ A crisis is a terrible thing to waste. ” I am not exactly sure what Dr. Romer had in mind, but the present health crisis and all of its implications certainly drive us to reflect, learn, and reorient ourselves. Now is a good time to ask these questions: First, what’s really important? During this time of pandemic, we have the opportunity to reassess what is really important in our lives. Most of us would probably say that people and our relationships are primary. We seek human connection whether in our families or beyond. Even the most introverted persons among us desire the ability to communicate and respond to others. We also realize that this is a time to attend to “the least of these” who are struggling to survive. Second, what’s not important? This is a great time to consider the difference between our needs and our wants....
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