Don’t just go back to ‘normal.’ Post-pandemic life can be much better than that, says an article on CNN.
The Covid-19 Pandemic
There’s no doubt the Covid-19 pandemic was tough. It turned our world upside down. It disrupted our routines, forced us to stay home, made us confront the fragility of life, and pushed us well beyond the limits of our comfort zone.
Keep family closer and work more flexible
“Zoom-bombing” meetings became the norm, work calls taken on walks were encouraged, and we gave up trying to be perfect for being human. Most importantly, families who were physically together spent much more time with each other, reminding us how precious those relationships are.
Focus more on mental health
Embrace adaptability
Forced out of work, many learned new skills. Chefs started selling direct to consumers on Instagram. Others changed their profession entirely like French actor turned baker Richaud Valls. His lockdown attempts to recreate a baguette from his childhood home in Paris unveiled a passion for baking that has now led to a full-time business.
Most notably, it proved that we are resilient and hopefully, the darkest days of the pandemic are behind us.
More gratitude
The bleakness of the pandemic and universal suffering helped us see the good things that happened in a new light. We appreciated what we had so often taken for granted. Spontaneous performances filled us with joy, leaving our house for a walk was a moment to cherish. The smallest victories became a reason to celebrate.