Stay Social at this time of Distancing

 

“Social Distancing” that’s what we have been listening since 2020 when the lockdown started. Health experts and government officials have asked us to help battle the virus by keeping at least 6 feet away from others. Along with washing hands, social distancing is one of the most important ways we can "flatten the curve" and slow the spread of COVID-19. For many people, keeping a distance from others can be really tough. For any extrovert, being social is as basic a need as food and sleep. But for someone who is introvert, a directive to stay away from others is a dream come true.

Well we all love and need to contact with other people. Connections promote wellness. Human connection is essential for good health, especially when life presents situations that can increase anxiety.

But we should know social distancing doesn't mean being alone. We will tell you how.

Here are our top 5 tips for staying engaged and connecting with others to stay positive and healthy:

1. Connect Online

Although technology is blamed for causing isolation, during social distancing it can actually help build community and prevent feelings of loneliness.

Millions of people already use social media sites such as Facebook, Instagram and Twitter to connect with people throughout the world. These platforms can be positive ways to communicate with people, learn and share ideas and skills. Make the most of being in touch by interacting with people and groups that use the platforms in a positive way.

Combining smartphones, computers and tablets with videoconferencing software and online meeting apps allow you to interact with people face-to-face, even if it's a screen-to-screen version. Most platforms are free or have a free version and accommodate as few as two people and up to a good-sized crowd at a time.

2. Join an Online Course

Schools, gyms, yoga studios and local attractions such as zoos and museums are getting creative, offering opportunities to enjoy what they offer digitally. Even better, most are making these services, classes and attractions available for free. You can join any of them. This can be anything to enhance your skills or just help you make new friends.

3. Family Time

Enjoy time at home with your family. All those things you've put off because there was never time can move from your wish list to a to-do list. Try to cook and eat together. Play games and puzzles like long-forgotten video games. Also you can start gardening together.

4. Talk to Neighbours

Social distancing doesn't mean total isolation. Driveways, yards and sidewalks make it easier to set boundaries while allowing neighbours to get outside and connect. Get the kids involved and let them connect too with these ideas. You can even come outside of your balcony or from a window wave and talk to your beloved neighbours. This will help you get a change from everyday online meetings and phone calls.

5. Just Call or Type a Mail

All the digital options available today make a simple phone call seem old school. But sometimes old school does the trick. Just hearing someone’s voice can be enough to lift both your spirits. Asking someone how they’re doing can also be all it takes to be honest about feeling isolated and lonely. Even if a call ends up being a voicemail, you’ve let someone know you were thinking about them, which is always good medicine. Even you can opt for writing mails and recall the days when you used to write letters to your distant pen friends. I’m sure you must love to read letters from your beloveds. Then why not today, when they need it the most.

 

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