It’s OK to not be OK

We wanted to take a moment to acknowledge the world we’re living in today. It’s no secret—these are uncertain and, at sometimes, frightening times.

As a society, we’re more aware than ever of the challenges we face. We send our children and grandchildren to school and carry the worry that they may not be safe. We turn on the news and are met with stories that spark concern, fear or even helplessness.

What once felt distant now feels closer to home. The events we see unfolding aren’t happening in faraway places. They’re happening in our country, our states, our towns.

It’s okay to be afraid. It’s okay to feel overwhelmed or unsure. These emotions are real, and you’re not alone in feeling them.

In these moments, it’s important to remember that, whether in a close-knit community or across a larger national landscape, we’re still a people united. We may not always see the world the same way, and that’s normal. We each come from different experiences, cultures and perspectives.

But despite our differences, we all belong to the same human community. Empathy and respect go a long way. You never truly know how an event might affect someone else, so kindness matters—especially now.

Change doesn’t happen through division. It starts when we choose understanding over judgment, support over indifference.

So, let’s be there for one another. Spread love. Offer support. Be the reason someone feels a little less afraid today.

The PEACH Pit team