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Each of us is doing our best to get through from one day to the next, and it's incumbent upon everyone to keep it up. So many people in our lives are counting on us to survive life in general, the pandemic in particular.

You are reading this because you managed to get through yesterday, overcoming each obstacle and every hazard you encountered. I hope you'll remember that next time you encounter something hard or find yourself without the will to do even the simplest of tasks. It's hard to get out of bed, let alone shower and feed ourselves. All Papa Bear can suggest is to write down the things you need to accomplish, especially the things you know you're putting off doing. Then estimate how long you think each task will take. Then, see if you can do a short one. If so, reward yourself in some way, even if it's just by taking another nap.

If you're responsible for others, we both know you're out there killing yourself to provide. Remember to take time to enjoy a breeze on a hot day or a nice piece of chocolate. (insert other substances if you partake in any drugs or alcohol, as Papa Bear is straight edge)

Look, Papa Bear isn't here to sugar coat anything. Sometimes the hard things are impossible. But I get by with my list and asking myself as i look at each item, what's today's impossible task, and which of the hard ones are easiest? Sometimes that helps Papa Bear cook or do dishes or take out the trash or yes, even shower despite not leaving the house in 20 days.

You know how it is, and you know what you're capable of. I hope you find the energy and the motivation to keep going. Since you got through yesterday already, I think you'll get through today too, because Papa Bear believes in you. And I always will.

Be sweet, be well, and be swell. 🐻❣️