Gratitude is key in the time of COVID-19

First and foremost, I hope this finds you and your loved ones safe and healthy. The last four months have been a challenge. Mask up for the long haul.

Not only is our physical health at risk but so is our mental health. Very important, now more than ever to maintain a positive attitude.

There are many resources available in our community. We have experienced and gifted healers and practitioners in all fields: medical, natural medicine and in the mental health community. When you shop, shop locally first. Your support is vital to the survival of all small businesses.

The New Mexico Department of Health has allowed medical cannabis dispensaries to remain open as essential services. The level of anxiety and depression has risen, and cannabinoids have proven to be helpful for these symptoms.

All of us at NMMCP Consulting have consciously supported other local businesses for years, but more so since the Covid-19 shutdown. Even though we cannot enjoy socializing or dining out with our friends and family, we have supported our favorite restaurants with take-out services. We have also continued to shop at our local grocery stores, gas stations, hair salons, etc. 

Many of our patients own and operate small businesses. Everyone has been profoundly affected and unfortunately some small businesses may not survive. Please continue to support local small businesses.

Since we are a local small business, we understand the hardships. Many businesses that were not considered essential had to shut down. Restaurants remained open for take out and curb service only. All in all, it has been a struggle for many small businesses to remain open to continue to serve the patients/clients.

We at NMMCP Consulting are extremely grateful for the patients who have remained loyal and supportive of our services. We continue to accept new patients.

It is still not safe to socialize, so we must all remain vigilant and take care of each other. We must continue to wear masks, wash our hands, sanitize our offices, etc.

As we navigate these times, the least we can do is wear our masks. It is not comfortable, but it is respectful and could save your life.

If there is anything we can do for you, please email, text or call.

Hilda Luz Chavez, ND, is a third-generation healer and curandera, working to awaken the interest of younger generations to herbal medicine and supporting the older generations with remedies they remember. She can be reached at chavezhl@aol.com.