Howdy folks! Hope you all are well and staying safe during these uncertain times. It’s been over two weeks since I’ve stepped outside and participated in my daily activities, like going into the office, travelling to Long Island, NY on the weekends, or simply taking a walk around the town.
If it hasn’t been shouted from the rooftops as yet, let me be the first to say, “Coronavirus is giving me whiplash and 2020 has fallen into my ‘AVOID’ pile”. No seriously, can we talk about how crazy this year has been?!
Me not-so-discreetly finding a nearby bush to hide in to avoid the chaos of 2020It’s nearly four months into the new decade, and I already feel as though I’ve endured 10 years. From endless political debates to Kobe’s tragic death to now this chaotic cloud of COVID-19 that’s come over the human race; I truly wonder what other surprises could 2020 have in store?
Amidst this overwhelming climate we’re experiencing, there is hope and most certainly a desperate cry for sanity and normalcy. As millennials and Gen Zers, this staggering pace of keeping inside while altogether remaining motivated is challenging not to mention, a bit unfamiliar and uncomfortable.
As humans of this ‘elite’ first world nation, we always want something more and different from our normal pace or environment – always searching for something better and new. For instance, before COVID-19, we begged for time off of work, more vacation days and self-care time. Now that we’re inside and we definitely have more time on our hands, we’re blinded by a state of confusion. Should we be grateful for this time to self-compose and regroup?
Aside from this very apparent dichotomy, I do understand why we’re feeling perplexed by the times. The desire to flee the insides of our houses and apartments is motivated by the explicit fact that we did not openly agree to stay inside, but rather the decision was made for us, for our wellbeing, in the consequential actions taken by the government in the face of COVID-19’s egregious behavior on our society. People are getting sick, some even dying and these troubling times are what strengthens our anxiety around possibly having to stay inside for a very long time.
Hoping that this soon calms down and that a vaccine is successfully created for those suffering from this virus and those still in the dark on this issue, we must strive forward!
“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together!” – African proverb
We are in this together and we must take precaution to ensure that all of us make it out on the other end of this.
To that end, I share my steps of staying safe and keeping my equanimity while remaining within the confines of my home:
Adhere to the health advice on the CDC’s website:
a. Wash your hands often
b. Avoid touching your face
c. Actively participating in social distancing. This one has been extremely difficult for me to grapple with considering one of my best friend’s birthday is coming up and I won’t be able to celebrate with her….
d. If you have to travel, avoid being close to people… keeping a 6 foot distance between yourself and the next person will do
e. Practice good personal hygience– if you are sick, STAY at home except for medical care
Wishing you all a safe and durable journey during these crazy, hectic times! We WILL get through this.
I’m eager to know how all of you are dealing with COVID-19’s untimely visitation. How are you remaining level-headed? What indoor activities have kept your fun levels high and anxiety levels low?
Check back soon! ❤ Sig
TIME WITH SIG 
This blog captures my mood. 2020, so far, has been a confusing and unexpected year, thus far. Nevertheless, I found myself reflecting and being more thankful than ever for my health and the health of my loved ones as well as the ability to have a source of income at this time. Stay in it, everyone!
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