How we can all learn a valuable lesson in keeping calm amid chaos

The Nicholson family: pictured is dad Leigh, and children Jack and Ruby. Photo: Gary Longbottom

In the swirling uncertainty during these difficult times, our ability to stay calm and strong has been pushed to the limit.

And for 12-year-old Ruby Nicholson, her calmness in the face of unfolding mayhem shows a level of maturity beyond her years.

While her dad, Leigh, was suffering difficulties breathing on the telephone to a 999 operative, cool-headed Ruby and her brother Jack, 10, showed incredible bravery by stepping in to lead the call and keep their dad calm.

Ruby had just received online training on how to administer CPR through her school, Garforth Academy, and said she kept calm by reminding herself that help was on the way.

Leigh was later diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (AF), a condition which causes an irregular and often fast heartbeat.

We could all learn a lesson in resilience from brave Ruby and her cool head.

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