Life, interrupted for the greater good!

Image: Perceived Liminal Space 

 When lockdown was implemented in early 2020 (March), life as we all knew it changed, dramatically. Being a democratic society, where freedom is as necessary as oxygen, South Africans were not at all ready for what transpired. Circumstances changed for the worse for many, for others it took a different direction. The State of emergency, for me meant, being restricted and confined between the bricks and mortar of my home. Slippers, socks and tracksuits replaced high heels and the fashionable trends of early 2020. Life as we knew, was put on ice, for an uncertain period of time. Each crucial move, was dependent on wearing masks, surgical gloves and the sanitization of every surface possible. Physical interactions with regards to formal studies (primary, secondary and tertiary), place of employment or just normal life, reverted to Zoom, Skype, Google Meet and WhatsApp in less than 30 seconds

per hit. Life adjusted to some sort of a new normal. Many have been left unemployed, businesses were shut down and people in general were starving. In this crucial moment, I decided to let my true identity be known. Society often force women to be strong, to be self- reliant and just overall get on with life. With my studies being a priority and being at home, with no clarity of when returning to work (Assistant Librarian) I did some introspection. This included , non monetary issues; we live in a world consumed by status, money and just plain evilness. I shifted my energy towards what my soul craved for. Lockdown for me came just at the right moment. Even though I had my studies to focus on, I needed to also focus on being the person who cares and strive for helping other people. Determination and dedication took me to helping others, (without  cameras) and in turn helping me grow into where I wanted to be, spiritually. Even though money is tight I could not sleep knowing that people are going without food. I have cooked, baked and still serve my community and this is what i love doing. Working in a library has taught me, that this is not only a profession, but it is a calling and that is why I am in this course currently. I love how I grew and I love how this profession have contributed to my personal and professional life. This is my liminal experience; https://se2changeforgood.com/2021/03/25/liminal-experience-and-workplaces/slowing down from this busy life in order to stop and smell the proverbial flowers. It is an awesome and exciting feeling, growing is ever-changing and at the same time, ever-lasting!