How have you adapted to the changes brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic?
The new normal. It’s a phrase that has been thrown around so much that it has lost all meaning, and I, for one, have grown to despise it. But it’s not just the “new normal” that grates on my nerves; there are a whole host of other words and phrases that have become synonymous with the pandemic era. I also come to despise other words such as “uptick, social distancing, shelter-in-place, heroes, long-hauler, herd immunity, essential workers, and boosted”. I’m sure there are more but my brain is fried right now and can’t think of them right now.
I can literally say that I probably have PTSD from working in healthcare during those uncertain years. Certain things still trigger me, that bring back memories of the fear and uncertainty that we all felt.
But I have also adapted. I have become more introverted, finding solace in my own thoughts. I have learned to appreciate the simple things in life and to live without regrets. If I want to do something, I do it, whether it’s with others or by myself. Life is too short to wait for things to happen.
I will tell you though that I’m definitely over this inflation nonsense, people still not being able to get adequate medical care, and the rising traffic which has gotten worse than before the pandemic. People are more unhinged than ever before. I hope we can all find our way…
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