Reflection: The way we live Now-Reflection on Covid 19 by Mohamed
The COVID-19 pandemic has been unprecedented, causing significant havoc upon society. The negative effect of COVID-19 transcends the morbidity burden which it has caused upon society. In the spirit of social distancing, people could not interact with one another as they did previously or as they would wish. They fail to have impeccable contact with their family members, and friends, therefore, they feel they cut out from the rest of the world (Alemanno 189). The change has also been drastic, and people are still getting used to the new norm. It is becoming even more challenging for people to acknowledge that this might be the new situation which they would need to deal with for long (Schlangen). As people continue to expect the best in the future, they still have to contend with the discomfort which the pandemic has caused.
The new trend of social distancing to limit infection rates is also associated with its share of challenges. Being a senior, it is the right moment to interact with one’s colleagues and professors as it is the last time that one will be doing so. The previous year in the university offers one the opportunity to recap what they have learned before. Additionally, it provides one the opportunity to have the ultimate experience at school before joining the work environment (Lewis 1183). Therefore, being limited to online learning is more of a detriment. It prevents one from gaining the best out of what he might be wishing for (Abel & David). People must have the ease of concentrating more on the information which they are exposed to (Morin & Julie 3). While online learning is essential, especially, at times like this, it fails to offer the levels of classroom authenticity that students are used to (Lysaker et al. 4). Further, students who have been used to the traditional learning model throughout their lives are likely to find it hard to fit into the new norm. They are expected to take time to adjust to the new situation in which they find themselves.
As people continue to be exposed to material about COVID-19 online, the situation becomes even worse for them. The information fills them with panic and reduces the hope that they would have in terms of an expected change and improvement, which they could, otherwise, obtain. People must attain the necessary levels of hope that they need (Al-Dadah & Caroline 279). They need to be aware of the fact that the situation is likely to improve, and they will manage to lead lives that are desirable for them (Korbel & Oliver 3). The hope is essential in enabling people to put in the necessary measures and approaches which are appropriate in easing the problem and ensure that people attain the best outcomes, especially in terms of the challenges which they face. People must be keen on encouraging each other.
People should, however, not concentrate so much on the despair which the current situation might expose us to. With proper reflection, a silver lining can be established, especially what matters to society. They determine the specific elements which are valuable to us and hold them dearly. For instance, people can manage to establish the value which the family holds for us. With the need to identify with those close to us, securing a moment to talk with them, even over the phone or Zoom, is essential in showing them that they care for them and consider them to be a critical part of our lives. People can manage to avail more time to interact with them and make them feel as an impeccable part of their lives. As they continue to monitor the progress of the COVID-19 situation, they need to consider actions that will enable them to attain outstanding outcomes, especially concerning what they consider to be important in their lives.
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