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Doolally's avatar

Thank you yet again, Louise, for such an interesting article. I read your Liveline article at the time. I thought it was interesting because I've met quite a few older people whose faith in the vaccine is still complete and are utterly shocked when I express contrary views. Some, who know my medical history, have been almost speechless. But I hadn't realised that the same faith exists in young adults. I can understand how this young woman, in particular, might maintain her faith. Once diagnosed with cancer, a person, still in shock, is invariably swept into an immediate maelstrom of treatment 'options', days , dates etc with zero time to think. The 'professionals take over and even if one were inclined to take a moment, never mind a different route back to health, even the family's reaction will be dictated by fear, so not inclined to be supportive of any delay. I've never had that particular experience, thank God, but I've watched it play out amongst family and friends often enough. So in those circumstances, cancer = fear= compliance =complete faith in the doctors and a Covid vaccine might seem one of the easier options.

As for people unsubscribing, I'm sorry that's happened. I'm surprised even though I've noticed a trend for 'absolutism', or 'infalllability' in some of my fellow travellers similar to what exists in the mainstream travellers. What can one say🤷‍♀️? God made us all different! As for me, I pray every day to try to be charitable rather than frustrated at people's apparent 'gullibility'. Then I tie myself in knots about even that judgement ie 'gullibility'. I often think God must have to exercise a lot of patience where I'm concerned....I am defo a work in progress😅. May God keep you safe, Louise! You are a beacon of light🕯.

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Tara's avatar

Incredible piece. Thanks so much.

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