My perspective differs significantly to ‘majority opinion’.
I have been pursuing health through a wide variety of healthy practices for decades. I have thoroughly searched scientific literature and concluded that wearing masks is not going to provide benefit, and can actually bring harm physically, psychologically, and relationally.
I believe that we should speak up and graciously explain our position.
The reason I do not wear a mask, and smile and interact with everyone I meet, is so I can be a benefit and blessing to others. God did not give us a spirit of fear. I do not fear a virus, nor am I a walking health hazard. God created our bodies with a need for oxygen, for face to face interactions, and to have community. I trust the immune system He designed and I practice good hygiene and respect for others.
Dig a little deeper into the actual infection fatality rate from the so-called unique virus – there is a >99% recovery rate for all ages. We need to disconnect from the fear driven mainstream media narrative. More people will die from despair related circumstances than from a virus. All cause mortality rate is lower in 2020 than it was in 2019. Look up stats for flu deaths this year. Almost non-existent. We really need discernment in knowing what information to trust.
Do not fear. God is not surprised by world events. There are many people who don’t wear masks and do not fear a virus. Find them. They will encourage you!
Becky Hastings collects information on health and tries her best to discover and share truth. By God’s grace, through Jesus Christ, I was saved. Blessed with a husband of 40 years, five precious babies all grown up, I now get to delight as nine grandchildren grow! Together we can help each other discover a healthy path in this crazy upside down world.
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