Social Distancing

While social distancing has been boring and has been separating people from their friends and family, it can also have positive effects on people. It is hard being told that you shouldn’t do the things that you were doing daily, like going to work or doing workouts at the gym. All the places you used to frequent are either closed or have adjusted their business to accommodate social distancing policies. It’s easy to focus on all the negatives that have come from our current situation, but I think it’s time to focus on a few good things that have and will come from it. 

                To begin, social distancing is keeping people safe. That is the entire purpose of doing all of this in the first place. COVID-19 is a virus that affects the respiratory system and can spread through sneezes and coughs. Social distancing is keeping at risk people away from the threat.

                Alone time sparks creativity. Even if you aren’t alone, creativity can still have more presence when you take a break from your normal routine. Use this creativity to make some art, make up new recipes, create new workouts, or whatever else comes to mind. Just because you’re staying home doesn’t mean you should sit and watch Netflix or sleep all day.

                You can get more done. It seems like I always have a never-ending to-do list. Lately, I’ve been able to actually get things done and get to the bottom of those lists. The key to this is making it a routine to get things done. My days have consisted of waking up, getting in a workout, and then getting started on my list. Currently, my list is focused on schoolwork. I’m trying to get everything from this semester done by the end of next week, if it is available to me.

This is a really basic list of good things that have come from us having to stay home. There are so many things we should be thankful for, even if circumstances aren’t ideal. Y’all stay safe, wash your hands, and count your blessings.