In an effort to fight the exponential spread of COVID-19, international health organizations are recommending social distancing. This helps fight the spread of a virus by maintaining physical distance between people. It worked in St. Louis to flatten the curve of the Spanish flu in 1918. It will help today, too.

Social distancing, however, does not mean that we are isolated. We live in a time where we are more connected than ever. But the onus is upon us to use technology to intentionally cultivate and maintain close social ties. To see each other. To listen to each other. Friends. Families. Community members. Strangers.

A period of separation is upon us, but our time for connection is more important than ever.

Wishing good health to you and the people you love.