How to stay connected given ongoing pandemic limitations
Sinead Smyth (Licensed marriage and family therapist) says we should open up about how hard this global pandemic is. There are so many parts of our lives that have changed without our consent, and we may be feeling a sense of loss or anxiety. Smyth says if we don’t share our feelings (particularly with our significant other), we may feel an even bigger sense of disconnect. She says if all we can muster is five minutes of affection at the end of a long day (of 24/7 working/living at home together), that can go a long way.
I have to admit, the restrictions are getting to me. An acquaintance at the coffee shop confided in me this morning. His son just welcomed a baby boy and the family is unable to rally around and celebrate at the hospital. We also lamented the days of lounging with a newspaper and enjoying the sense of community, which now has a sixty minute time limit. This was one of my favourite moments during Covid. It warmed my heart to be able to bond over this strange and unsettling experience with a familiar local. Just sayin’ :) Hugs. XO
Blessings,
Chatgirl
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