Hi there! How are you doing? I hope you are well.
This post is on the possible silver lining of Covid-19. Now, I realize it is a serious matter. My heart goes out to the victims and their families. It's hard to think of there being a silver lining to something so devastating. But, hear me out.
It seemed as if everyone was on their phones before Covid-19. They were looking down at the phones behind the wheel, walking in the road, at parties, at the dinner table, paying more attention to their phones than the people around them. But now there's social isolation, social distancing, and people are finding ways to get together in person or at least virtually. People have even gathered together in large groups with the shelter in place and social distancing guidelines in place. It makes me think that we do crave true togetherness in difficult times that the Internet can't replicate. That's what makes social distancing so difficult, but so necessary at this time. By keeping our distance, we help stop the spread, keep each other healthy, and save lives.
When this crisis over let's hope that we remember the importance of in-person communication and connection. Let's look forward to the time we will be able to truly enjoy those hugs, face to face conversations, and that closeness we may have previously taken for granted or even been averse to. Or, at least let us make a point to stay connected virtually more often with friends and family we hardly ever did before this crisis.
And, I hope we remember that technology has its place in society, as in difficult times like these, to keep us connected, but that it should not replace in-person contact. There is room for both, and neither should be taken for granted or dismissed. It's all a matter of balance.
Your thoughts?
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