Saturday 18 April 2020

Free Chapter―Professor M.S. Rao’s Award-Winning Book “COVID-19: Humans’ Search for Humanity”






Dear friends,

I am excited to share with you that I have authored a book on COVID-19 and mindful leadership titled, “COVID-19: Humans’ Search for Humanity.” I have dedicated this book to Shri Narendra Modi, Honorable Prime Minister of India. Here are the details about the book with a free chapter. I would appreciate if you could share your thoughts about this book on social media channels including Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

About The Book
“During bad circumstances, which is the human inheritance, you must decide not to be reduced. You have your humanity, and you must not allow anything to reduce that. We are obliged to know we are global citizens. Disasters remind us we are world citizens, whether we like it or not.” —Maya Angelou

This book outlines coronavirus, humanity, mindfulness, climate change, economy, recession, education, technology, and leadership. It addresses COVID-19 from the perspective of mindfulness and humanity to build a compassionate society globally. It outlines the lessons we must learn from coronavirus to prepare for future pandemics. It eulogizes healthcare services, frontline workers, and essential care workers who are the real warriors during the pandemic. It explores soft leadership to overcome crises. It outlines an exit strategy and unveils strategy to reset businesses. It explains education in the post-coronavirus era. It predicts the future in the post-COVID-19 world and emphasizes the philosophy of humility, humanity, and hope.




“To be a philosopher is not merely to have subtle thoughts, nor even to found a school…it is to solve some of the problems of life not only theoretically, but practically.” —Henry David Thoreau


COVID-19 has become one of the biggest challenges in human history threatening their very existence. Several nations have been shaken and the global economy has been hit hard. Most nations locked down to stop the virus from spreading further. During the lockdown, I wrote several articles and research papers. One of the research papers was published by an international journal. I have become more creative, imaginative, and productive during the global lockdown. I converted the threat of coronavirus into an opportunity and authored this book on COVID-19. I am excited to see this book is in your hands. Welcome to COVID-19: Humans’ Search for Humanity.


What is Coronavirus?

“A virus can change the fate of the world; power has nothing to do with being tiny or giant! Power is something related to the power hidden within you!” ―Mehmet Murat ildan

Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) has become a global menace throwing several challenges and myths. For the first time, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared COVID-19 disease to be a pandemic. It has created apprehensions among the people. In this introductory chapter, I will discuss the dos and don’ts to protect yourself from this pandemic.   

The dramatic spread of coronavirus has disrupted lives, livelihoods, communities, and businesses worldwide. It is a highly infectious disease spread from person-to-person through sneezing, or coughing, human to human contact, and contact with contaminated surfaces. It attacks people with poor immunity. The signs and symptoms include fever, cough, sore throat, difficulty in breathing, and other flu-like symptoms like running nose, sneezing and body weakness. The bad news is that there is no vaccine to prevent it currently. If this virus is not checked it will adversely affect people’s livelihoods and business continuity globally.


Things to Do

Here are the things to do. Wash your hands frequently with soap and water or, use an alcohol-based hand rub. This will remove the virus if it is on your hands. Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or a handkerchief when coughing and sneezing. Throw away the used tissue immediately and wash your hands with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand rub. The handkerchief must be washed by yourself daily and ironed with a hot iron. In this way, you protect others from any virus released through coughs and sneezes. Maintain a reasonable distance between yourself and someone who is coughing, sneezing. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. Hands touch many surfaces that can be contaminated with the virus and you can transfer the virus from the surface to yourself. If you have fever, cough, and difficulty in breathing, seek medical care immediately. If possible, call a health worker and alert them about your condition. Always follow the guidance of your health care worker. People with flu-like symptoms should use face masks to cover the nose and mouth and stay home in a well-ventilated room. If you are caring for individuals who have symptoms, such as cough and fever you are encouraged to use a face mask to cover your nose and mouth for personal protection. Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces such as doorknobs/handles, car doors, elevator buttons, etc. daily with a regular household disinfectant or soap and water. All travelers coming from countries affected by the coronavirus disease should follow the guidance given by health workers at the airport and other border entry points.


Things not to Do

Here are the things not to do. Avoid close contact with people who are visibly sick with flu-like symptoms (fever, cough, sneeze). When sick with flu-like symptoms avoid going to public places, offices, and public gatherings. Remain at home to avoid infecting others. You do not need to wear medical masks if you do not have respiratory symptoms such as cough, sneezing or running nose. Don’t take self-medication such as antibiotics. Don’t spit in public. Find a secluded place like toilets or pit latrines in which to spit. Delay travel to countries that currently have many patients with coronavirus disease. Avoid travel if you have flu-like symptoms. Observe these dos and don’ts to keep away from this disease.


Conclusion

“It's in the misery of some unnamed slum that the next killer virus will emerge.” ―Barack Obama

Klaus Schwab, Founder and Executive Chairman of the World Economic Forum remarked, “COVID-19 is causing health emergencies and economic disruptions that no single stakeholder can address.” Therefore, integrated and coordinated efforts from all stakeholders including health professionals, public servants, and business communities are essential to mitigate the risk and impact of this unprecedented global health emergency.

Medical professionals will find the right alternatives to check this virus. Let us all believe in the power of the human mind that have checked several challenges in the past. Similarly, there will be a vaccine for this to check. Let us take appropriate precautions and wait with patience until then.


“In this disaster lies an opportunity to reflect and change direction in the hope that if we do, nature will be far more generous than we deserve.” —David Suzuki

Note: Here is the link to purchase this award-winning book 


References
Author’s Vision 2030: https://professormsraovision2030.blogspot.com     



Life is great!

Professor M.S. Rao
Founder of MSR Leadership Consultants, India



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