Distress cry: empathy and freedom

Confinement, civics and human freedom

Almost complete ignorance of the Corona-COVID 19

It’s clear, however: we do not know. Nobody knows. Not even scientists, Researchers, biologists, the doctors, virologists, epidemiologists. No one knows how this new virus will evolve, or even if it will definitely disappear after this episode or come back in another form. Therefore, you have to take the lead and be reasonable, to become, stay that way, learn to be. Word of wisdom and wisdom: containment for better “social distancing”.

Steps to take and follow resolutely

No elections, more group outings, no individual proximity outside of a reduced family, full compliance with the rules and beyond, sobriety in shopping, head to the markets, to online races, keep young people in touch with their education and learning. Do not panic, do not be catastrophic. In doubt or ignorance, we abstain and it is this priority rule which prevails. No social proximity, no more family gatherings or reunions. You have to take your side, public health above all.

My freedom and that of Others

“Freedom Must End Where Others' Freedom Begins” citation by John Stuart Mill, absolutely crystal clear.

It is clear and obvious that the collective must take precedence over the individual, the two being closely related. “If you take into account the well-being of the other, whether he is close to you or not, you do it for him and for you. You have to do it.” It's a public health issue, no complaints about it. If such are the civic acts to be held, we should not deviate from it.

Empathy and kindness

We can call this attitude empathy, benevolence, altruism… but taking care of the other belongs to the very essence of the human being, i want to believe it. My life is steeped in it, that is the very essence of my DNA. And I claim it unpretentious.

And the quote from John Stuart Mill : " Thefreedom of usstops there wherebegins that of others " makes sense. Don't wait for the caregivers' cries of distress…

V. Beatrice Pierrel