Community
Community, do you remember that
Our rapidly changing world, has stripped community from behind our backs
Technology connects us across the globe
But sometimes isolates us within our own minds, at home
Our smartphones and social media promise connection
Yet they often leave us feeling more disconnected in a lonely direction
Scrolling through endless feeds, we witness snippets of other's lives
But rarely experience the depth of genuine connection that true community gives for us to thrive.
A paradox lies in our ability to connect globally
While feeling ever isolated locally
Remember the neighbourhood street where children once played
Adults chatted on door steps, and families gave
These shared spaces are dwindling
We live our lives in a box
Work, home, school, the gym
Then on the TV and internet, we get locked
We may have family, friends, and colleagues
Yet a void still persists
This void signals that our human nature seeks deeper connections
More then exits
Feeling lost and lonely isn’t always dramatic
It’s often a quiet desperation
An ache in the heart
A longing for something more magic
Individualism has its merits, but it overshadows our sense of belonging
We lose sight of the collective good and prioritize personal success over communities well being
Community thrives when we contribute selflessly
Acts of kindness, a smile, say hello, fearlessly
Reclaim those lost parks
Organize community events
Foster a sense of belonging where everyone feels welcome inside the community tent
Community isn’t just about talking
It’s about listening as well
To the meaningful conversations from elders, and children
To the wisdom and knowledge in the human realm
Transform our isolation into community
Our longing into belonging
Get to know who lives around you again
Make time and slow down the coming and going
Switch off your phone and go outside
Sit in the park and no longer hide
Let us reconnect, and build bridges across the gaps
Re build our communities, so we can feel again the support behind our backs
It starts with you
It starts with me
If we all did this today
We would have a community
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